Description: Juicy, golden-brown pork chops seared in garlic butter and ready in just 20 minutes. A quick, satisfying skillet dinner packed with rich, savory flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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2 thick-cut pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 1–1.5 inches thick)
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, smashed
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Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
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Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
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Sear pork chops for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and smashed garlic to the pan.
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Baste chops with garlic butter, flipping once or twice, for another 2–3 minutes.
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Check internal temperature — pork should reach 145°F.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Spoon remaining garlic butter on top.