Elevate your weeknight dinner with these incredibly tender Garlic Butter Pork Chops. Bathed in a rich, aromatic garlic herb butter sauce right in the skillet, the meat absorbs every drop of flavor for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that comes together in under 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 Boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (for searing)
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter (divided)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried oregano and thyme)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Season generously on both sides with salt, black pepper, and the Italian seasoning.
- Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is completely melted and bubbling.
- Add the pork chops to the skillet. Sear them undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes on the first side until beautifully browned and caramelized.
- Flip the pork chops. Immediately add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the pan.
- As the pork chops cook on the second side, continuously spoon the melting, foaming garlic butter over the meat (basting). Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the chops to a serving plate, pour all of that delicious, savory garlic butter sauce right over the top, and let them rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving!
Nutrition
Calories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 584mgPotassium: 31mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 444IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg