Garlic Butter Pork Chops
A quick and easy recipe for juicy pork chops seared to perfection and smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless center-cut pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add minced garlic, sautéing for about a minute.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon garlic butter over them, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the top and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure the skillet is hot before adding pork to achieve a crust. Use a meat thermometer for thick chops. Fresh parsley adds brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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