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Garlic Butter Pork Chops Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Pork Chop recipe delivers juicy, flavorful pork chops seared to perfection and basted in a fragrant garlic and thyme-infused butter sauce. Perfectly seasoned and cooked on the stovetop, this dish combines tender meat with aromatic herbs and garlic, making it an easy yet impressive meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Pork Chops

  • 4 bone-in pork chops
  • Coarse salt, to season
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to season

Cooking

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme, stems removed
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Season the pork chops: Pat the pork chops dry and generously season both sides with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance their flavor.
  2. Heat the pan and sear: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they develop a rich golden-brown crust.
  3. Add butter and aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet along with the whole thyme sprigs and minced garlic. Allow the butter to melt and the garlic and thyme to infuse the fat.
  4. Baste the pork chops: Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to continuously baste the pork chops with the melted garlic butter mixture. This technique keeps the meat juicy and imparts wonderful flavor.
  5. Finish cooking and add fresh thyme: Cook the pork chops for an additional 3-5 minutes depending on thickness, spooning butter over them often. In the last minute, sprinkle the fresh chopped thyme over the pork chops and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the meat.
  6. Rest the pork chops: Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the pork chops to a plate. Let them rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.
  7. Serve: Serve the garlic butter pork chops hot, spooning any remaining garlic thyme butter from the pan over the top for extra flavor. Perfect alongside mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • Ensure pork chops are patted dry before seasoning to get a better sear.
  • Use bone-in pork chops for extra flavor and juiciness.
  • Adjust cooking times based on thickness to avoid overcooking.
  • Fresh thyme is preferred, but dried thyme can be substituted in a pinch.
  • Letting the pork chops rest is critical for tender, juicy meat.

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