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Garlic butter pan seared pork chops in a cast-iron skillet, showcasing a golden crust, melted butter, garlic, and fresh parsley.

Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork Chops

These Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork Chops are juicy, tender, and full of rich flavor, made in one skillet with simple ingredients. This is one of those cozy dinner recipes my daughter and I love cooking together on busy weeknights, because it feels special but comes together fast.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy pork chop dinner, garlic butter pan seared pork chops, pan seared pork chops, skillet pork chops
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • 1 Cast iron skillet or heavy skillet Holds heat well and helps create a golden crust
  • 1 Tongs Helps flip the pork chops without piercing them
  • 1 Instant read thermometer Ensures perfectly cooked, juicy pork

Ingredients

  • 4 bone in or boneless pork chops 1 to 1.5 inches thick for best results
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped

Instructions

  • Remove pork chops from the fridge and let them come to room temperature for about 20 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle over both sides of the pork chops.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and wait until it shimmers.
  • Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Reduce heat and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Baste the pork chops with garlic butter until internal temp reaches 145°F. Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Letting the pork chops rest before cutting keeps them juicy and tender.
  • For a dairy free option, swap butter with olive oil or ghee.
  • Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • These pork chops pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a simple salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 180g | Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 420mg | Potassium: 520mg | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.5mg