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Garlic Butter Pork Chops

Quick and easy garlic butter pork chops that are perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to please the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Pork chops
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (Use unsalted for better control over salt)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives it that extra flavor boost
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil This helps create that beautiful golden crust on the chops

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let them sit for a few minutes to absorb the seasoning.
Searing the Pork Chops
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the pork chops carefully.
  2. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and fully cooked through. Then, transfer them to a plate and set aside.
Making Garlic Butter
  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and parsley.
  2. Stir constantly for about 2 to 3 minutes until the garlic turns fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat.
Combining and Coating
  1. Return the garlic butter to the skillet and heat it until bubbly. Gently place the pork chops back in the pan, spooning the sauce over them.
  2. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, letting the chops soak up all that garlicky goodness.
Serving
  1. Plate the pork chops alongside your favorite sides, drizzling the remaining garlic butter from the pan over the top.

Notes

If you're in a rush, you can buy pre-seasoned pork chops from the store. If your garlic burns, remove the pan from heat and start over with new butter and garlic. For a flavor twist, add some apple cider vinegar to the garlic butter just before drizzling over the chops.