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Pork Chop Recipes

Discover the tastiest pork chop recipes that are quick, flavorful, and delicious! From pan-seared and grilled to baked and slow-cooked, these delicious pork chop dishes are the perfect weeknight dinner or special occasion dish.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 455 kcal
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Discover the tastiest pork chop recipes that are quick, flavorful, and delicious! From pan-seared and grilled to baked and slow-cooked, these delicious pork chop dishes are the perfect weeknight dinner or special occasion dish.

Ingredients
  • 4 Pork Chops
  • Salt & Pepper (to Taste)
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter (Divided)
  • 1 Whole Head Garlic (Cloves Peeled)
  • 1 tbsp Flour
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth (Stock)
  • 1/2 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 3/4 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream
  • Fresh parsley (Chopped (Optional, to Taste))
Instructions
  1. 1
    Take the pork chops out of the fridge 15 to 30 minutes prior to starting the recipe, if possible. Season the pork generously with salt & pepper on both sides.
  2. 2
    In a deep skillet, add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-high heat. Let the pan heat up for a few minutes, and once it's hot, cook the pork chops for 3–5 minutes per side, or until golden (3 minutes for thinner chops and 5 minutes for pork chops up to 1" thick). After searing, transfer the pork chops to a plate.
  3. 3
    Add the remaining butter and the garlic cloves to the skillet. Turn the heat down to medium (or medium-low if using cast iron). Cook it, stirring fairly often, for about 3 minutes or until the garlic has somewhat browned on the outside.
  4. 4
    Push the garlic to one side of the pan and sprinkle the flour in (avoiding the garlic). Allow it to cook for approximately 30 seconds, then mix it with the butter to create a quick roux.
  5. 5
    Add in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Cook, stirring, for about a minute or until the sauce noticeably thickens.
  6. 6
    Add in the garlic powder and cream. Stir or whisk it until the garlic powder has dissolved.
  7. 7
    Add the pork back in and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened up a bit (let the sauce bubble a bit but not furiously boil) and the pork chops are fully cooked through (145°F (ca. 63 °C) minimum). Keep in mind the pork's temperature will continue to rise once you stop cooking it, so if it's close, I'd take it off the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Season the sauce with extra salt & pepper as needed and parsley if you wish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 455kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g54%
Saturated Fat 18g90%
Cholesterol 166mg56%
Sodium 239mg10%
Potassium 557mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 4g2%
Sugars 1g
Protein 30g60%
Vitamin A 831 IU
Vitamin C 3 mg
Calcium 42 mg
Iron 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • It’s effortless to overcook pork and turn it into shoe leather. I strongly suggest utilizing an instant-read thermometer to eliminate uncertainty. Pork that’s 145°F (ca. 63 °C) and pink inside is safe to eat.
  • You can use boneless pork chops like I did or bone-in. I recommend pork chops that are 0.75-1″ thick. Anything much thicker or thinner is likely to end up under- or overcooked with this particular recipe since it’s finished in the cream sauce.
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