Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork Chops (20-Minutes): Juicy, Crispy, and Full of Flavor
These Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork Chops are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and smothered in a rich garlic herb butter—all in just 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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4 boneless pork chops (1–1¼ inches thick)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
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3 garlic cloves, smashed
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3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or lemon wedges
Instructions
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Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear pork chops 4–5 minutes on the first side until golden. Flip and cook 3–4 minutes more.
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Add remaining butter, garlic, and herbs to the pan. Spoon melted butter over the chops for 1–2 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish and enjoy.