When you’re in the mood for something hearty but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen, 45-minute pork chops are the perfect solution. This dish delivers everything you want in a meal – tender, flavorful pork, a crispy exterior, and a juicy interior, all in under an hour.
The beauty of 45-minute pork chops is that they come together with minimal fuss. Whether you’re pan-searing them for that golden-brown crust or finishing them off in the oven for even cooking, pork chops are a versatile protein that can be prepared in various ways. A quick sear locks in the juices, and a few minutes in the oven ensures they cook through without becoming dry.
The secret to great pork chops lies in the seasoning. Simple salt and pepper go a long way, but you can also get creative with herbs, garlic, or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar for added depth. Even a quick marinade with olive oil, mustard, or honey can add a rich layer of flavor that makes these chops stand out.
You can pair these pork chops with nearly anything, from mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables to a fresh salad or even a hearty grain like quinoa or rice. For a balanced meal, try adding something with a little sweetness, like apple sauce or caramelized onions, which complement the savory pork beautifully.
What’s even better is that this meal doesn’t require a lot of prep time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. You can also prepare them in advance, letting the seasoning or marinade work its magic while you focus on the sides.
In 45 minutes, you’ll have a meal that feels satisfying and flavorful, yet doesn’t require hours of cooking. Pork chops are a reliable and easy-to-make dish that can be customized to fit your taste, making it a perfect weeknight dinner staple.
Ingredients
- 4 Pork chops
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve the pork chops topped with the sauce and garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Pork chops? What about beef?? 😡 I won’t make this. Beef is always better. Just saying.
Really juicy! My kids actually ate the veggies with it. That’s a miracle!
That’s awesome! I always struggle with my kids eating veggies, but maybe I should try this recipe!
I dunno, my kids still won’t eat their veggies no matter what I made. This sounds good but not sure if it will work for mine!
I followed the recipe but they came out a bit dry. Maybe my chops were too thin? Gonna try again!
Honestly, they were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I will cut back on the salt next time.
Followed it to a T and it was a hit! Will definitely make again.
YUM! My kids loved it! Next time I’ll add more garlic, can never have enough!
I was skeptical about the Dijon mustard, but it actually really works. Surprise!
Eh, this was just ok. Nothing special about it in my opinion.
Pork chops! Yum! 🍽️
Pork chops? More like pork flop! They were dry, even after following the recipe. Disapointing!
You probably just overcooked them. Follow the times, they should be juicy if done right!
I had the same issue! They turned out so dry for me too. Maybe we cooked them too long?
Delish! Made it for my husband, he couldn’t get enough. Winner!
This was too complicated for me. I prefer just throwing them on the grill!
I get that! Sometimes simpler is better. Grilling is so easy and delicious!
But if you follow the steps, it’s not that hard! You just gotta measure stuff right.
Did you really need to let it simmer for 2 minutes? Seemed too long.
I found the chops a bit dry. Maybe I cooked them too long? Anyone else have this problem?
Good stuff! I added some mushrooms, and it really brought it up a notch. 💥
Mushrooms? Sounds good! I’m gonna try that next time. 🍄
This recipe is a game changer! The pork chops turned out so juicy and flavorful. Definitely a 5-star meal for my family.
Glad you loved it! It’s such a simple recipe but really delivers. I’ll be making this again for sure!
I don’t know, man. Mine turned out kinda dry. Maybe I overcooked ’em?
Worcestershire sauce? What even is that? I used soy sauce instead and now I’m not sure if I ruined it lol.
Pork chops cooking ain’t my thing, but this recipe is simple and good for newbies like me! Thanks!
I didn’t have chicken broth, so I used beef broth instead. Still turned out pretty good!
Too much butter for me. I liked it but my partner thought it was swimming in grease. Maybe try less next time.
I didn’t have Dijon mustard, so I used yellow. Still tasted awesome!
Glad you enjoyed it! Yellow mustard is good too, cooking is all about what you have on hand. 👍
I don’t know about this recipe, seems too simple. How can just a few ingredients make a good dish? 🤔
This looks real nice, but I’ve never seen Worcestershire spelled that way 🤔. Gonna try anyways!
This recipe was awesome! The pork chops were so juicy and flavorful.
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Those chops are really tasty when cooked right!
Took forever to cook! Maybe I just have a slow stove… but like why is it called 45 minutes? 🤔
I followed the recipe step by step, but the pork was a bit tough. Not sure what went wrong.
This recipe was way too salty for me. Maybe I added too much salt? Who knows.
Too salty? are you sure? I think the broth adds flavor, not salt! Anyway, cooking is all about adjusting for your taste.
I thought it was perfect! Maybe next time try less salt? Just a suggestion! 😊
45 minutes? More like 60! The timer was off for me. Got good chops though!
Good! Would eat again! LOL
Yay, I made it! But my pork chops turned out kinda tough. What did I do wrong?
Maybe try cooking them for a shorter time next time? They can get tough if overcooked. 😟
tough pork chops? why not try marinating them first? would make them tender!
Simple and tasty! Would make for dinner anytime. 👍
Pork chops <3
What’s Worcestershire sauce? Is it really necessary? I used soy sauce instead.
Worcestershire sauce is a condiment that adds a unique flavor. It’s not totally necessary, but it does enhance the dish! Using soy sauce is a solid alternative, though it will change the flavor profile a bit.
Delicious! Used thyme instead of parsley, and it was still amazing. This will be my go-to recipe now.
Really? I don’t think it would taste as good without parsley. Might have to try it your way, tho!
Thyme sounds like a great substitute! I always love experimenting with herbs. Glad you enjoyed it!
Wait, what’s Dijon mustard? I just used regular mustard and it was fine.
These pork chops are the bomb! So juicy and tender! My kids loved them.
Really? I found them kinda dry! Maybe I cooked them too long or something. Not everyone will love ’em, I guess.
I totally agree! These chops are amazing! I made them last week and my kids devoured them too!
Worcestershire sauce? Never heard of it! LOL. Just used soy sauce instead.
Too salty for my taste! I think next time I’ll cut down the salt a bit. But overall, pretty good.
I followed the recipe, but my chops came out dry. What did I do wrong?
I tried this but it took way longer than 45 minutes! My kitchen ended up a mess and the chops were kinda tough. Not impressed.
So good! The Worcestershire sauce really adds a nice kick! Yum!
Totally agree! The Worcestershire sauce is the secret weapon! Can’t believe how tasty these are!
Really enjoyed the garlic flavor! My whole family loved it.
Glad to hear that! The garlic really makes it pop! 🍽️
Good recipe but too salty for me. Next time I’ll skip the salt entirely!
Super simple! I used different spices and it turned out great. 👍
Glad you had success! What spices did you use? Always fun to mix things up!
I dunno, I followed the recipe and it didn’t work for me. Maybe too much broth?
Took longer than 45 mins! But still really tasty. Gonna try again and see if I can do it quicker next time.
Glad you liked it! Cooking takes practice, keep it up!
These pork chops are so juicy and flavorful! My family loved them! Will definitely make again.
Really? 45 minutes? Took me an hour and a half! Maybe my stovetop is just slow. The flavor was good tho.
These pork chops were amazing! So juicy and full of flavor. My family loved them.
I ain’t ready to cook, but this looks easy enough. Might give it a shot next week! Fingers crossed 🤞
This recipe is a game changer! The pork chops turned out so juicy and flavorful. Never thought I could make something this good at home. 😍
Hmm, pork chops need to be cooked longer than 5 minutes! Mine were raw inside. Disappointed.
I had the same problem! I ended up cooking mine for 15 minutes to make sure they were done. Maybe that step wasn’t clear? 🤔
Pork was eh. Could’ve been better. Didn’t wow me.
Eh, I don’t know. I usually just throw the chops on the grill and they’re tasty. This seems too complicated for pork.
I thought it was really good! Maybe you’re not cooking it long enough? It needs the right timing to get all the flavors in.
I forgot the Worcestershire sauce and it was still good! Might not need it after all.
Why would you put mustard on pork? I subbed it for honey and it was still weird. 🤷♀️
Mustard adds a nice tang! You might like it if you try it with brown sugar instead of honey. 😋
YUM! I added some hot sauce for a kick. Great recipe!
I love the idea of adding hot sauce! It really brings the flavor out, doesn’t it? Will try this next time!
Hot sauce? Really? I don’t think that goes with pork chops at all… but if you like it, I guess that’s what matters.
This recipe is bomb! My family loved it, especially the sauce!
Pork chops were a little tough and I followed the instructions exactly. Not sure what went wrong but I was disappointed.
I had the same issue! Maybe try marinating them next time? That could help with the toughness! 😟
Yum!! Gonna try this with mashed potatoes next time!
Can’t believe it took just 45 mins. I thought this was gonna be hard, but it was easy-peasy.
I dunno, seems kinda easy but did you taste the sauce? It don’t sound that tasty to me. Also, do you really need the mustard?
I tried it and you’re right, it’s super quick! I had it on the table in no time. Definitely a keeper!
YUM! The sauce was the best part! Will definitely make again! 🤤
Quick and easy to make! I cooked them in less than 45 minutes! The kids loved them!
Only 45 minutes? I’d call this a miracle in the kitchen! Does it really taste good tho?
Do you have to use chicken broth? I only have beef broth. Can that work? 🍖
Pork chops? More like pork flop! didn’t turn out for me at all.
Just okay. It seemed missing something. Maybe try adding some paprika next time?
Meh, I expected more. They turned out kinda dry. Maybe I overcooked them?
Dry? My mom makes great pork chops. Maybe you should check your cooking skills! 😜
I think they might’ve been overcooked. Pork chops can dry out quickly if you aren’t careful. Try lowering the heat or cooking them for less time next time! 😊
Wow, this was impressively good! I’m not a cook really, but this recipe made me feel like a chef! 😂
I don’t know about the Worcestershire sauce. Seems a bit off for pork. Anyone else think that?
This recipe was super easy and delicious! My family loved it!
Easy and quick! I was able to whip this up in under an hour. Thank you!
These pork chops were incredible! The flavors blended perfectly. Will definitely make again!
I’m so glad you loved it! This recipe is a keeper for sure. 😍
These pork chops are fantastic! So juicy and full of flavor. I will definitely make them again!
I tried this recipe and it turned out amazing! My family loved it too. Thanks for sharing!
Not bad, but my chops ended up a bit dry. Maybe I cooked them too long?
Delish! Used apple cider instead of chicken broth and it was bomb! Will definitely make again!
These pork chops are amazing! So juicy and flavorful. The sauce is a game changer!
Fantastic! I added some extra spices and it turned out amazing. Definitely making this again.
Too many ingredients! I just want a simple recipe. Why all these sauces?!
I get where you’re coming from! Sometimes simple is better. But these flavors really come together well. You might like it if you give it a chance!
Meh, I don’t like mustard. Wish it didn’t have any.
Could’ve been better without it.
Really good! The sauce was tasty and I love the garlic flavor. Will recommend to friends!
Umm, I thought pork chops were supposed to be grilled? This is weird cooking them on the stove.
Grilling is just one way to cook pork chops. Stovetop can be just as good! Give it a try!
Wow, so easy to make and delicious too! I added some mushrooms because why not!