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If you’re look for an Easy Butter Pork Chop Recipe that’s both simple and amazing, look no further than garlic butter pork chops. This recipe offers a blend of flavors and a succulent texture that will elevate your average chops. With just a handful of ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, these pork chops will surprise your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

How to Make Pork Chops

Making tender pork chops can be a simple process. Whether bone in or boneless pork chops the keys is to use quality meat and ingredients. First season your chops with the seasonings of your choice. Then prepare a hot skillet by adding oil (vegetable oil, canola oil or olive oil). Pan sear your meat until golden brown or if you prefer you can start and/or end your cooking process in the oven. After the chops are done it’s important to allow them to rest a few minutes before serving. Pork chops can be prepared in so many delicious way and can be enjoyed anytime of the day.

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1. Preparing the Ingredients

Before beginning the cooking process, gather all the ingredients and get ready for a delicious meal. Here’s what you’ll need:

bone-in pork chops, olive oil, butter garlic, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper and salt

2. Instructions for Pork Chop Recipe

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Begin by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. This ensures that the pork chops will cook evenly and achieve that perfect balance of tenderness and juiciness.

Step 2: Making the Garlic Butter

As the oven heats up, let’s prepare the garlic butter. Soften the butter and finely mince the garlic cloves. Blend the garlic thoroughly into the softened butter until it’s well incorporated. Set this mixture aside for later.

Step 3: Prepare the Seasoning Blend

In a small bowl, combine the paprika and garlic powder. Add the black pepper, thyme, and salt, then mix until all the ingredients meld into a harmonious seasoning blend. This mixture blend of seasoning will give your pork chops layers of flavors.

Step 4: Seasoning the Pork Chops

Ensuring your pork chops are washed and thoroughly dried, generously season both sides with the prepared seasoning blend. This step guarantees each bite is infused with a burst of savory goodness.

Step 5: Searing the Chops

Take a cast iron skillet and add the olive oil, heating it over medium heat until it reaches an ideal sizzle. Carefully place the seasoned pork chops in the skillet and fry them for approximately four minutes on each side. This initial searing locks in the flavors and creates a delectable crust on the exterior of the chops.

Step 6: Elevate with Garlic Butter

Once both sides are beautifully seared, top each pork chop with a dollop of the garlic butter. This addition will impart a luxurious richness and an irresistible aroma to the dish.

Step 7: Time in the Oven

With the garlic butter-topped pork chops resting in the skillet, transfer the entire ensemble to the preheated oven. Allow them to cook for an additional eight minutes, ensuring they reach the optimal internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 8: Serve and Savor

after eight minutes, remove the sizzling skillet from the oven. Plate with your favorite side dish and serve.

3. What Goes with Pork Chops

Pork chop pairs well with many side dishes:

Mashed Potatoes-mashed potatoes are the go to side dish that easily complete any dinner.
Fried Cabbage-This fried cabbage recipe is a full of flavor.
Roasted Potatoes-roasted potatoes topped with parsley is a perfect side for many meats.
Dirty Rice-This dirty rice recipe adds a little spice to any meal.
Asparagus-Roasted asparagus are a healthy welcomed addition to any plate.

Garlic Butter Pork Chop Recipe

Recipe by Soul Food Cooking

1.0 from 2 votes

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Ingredients

1.5 pounds of pork chops (thinly cut for this recipe; adjust cooking time accordingly)
3 tablespoons of olive oil
3 tablespoons of butter
2 cloves of garlic
2 teaspoons of thyme
2 teaspoons of paprika
2 teaspoons of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of black pepper
2 teaspoons of salt

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
For this recipe i’m using thinly cut pork chops so cook time may vary depending on the size of your pork chops always cook pork until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees
To make the garlic butter add the garlic to your softened butter and mix well
To a small bowl combine the paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, thyme and salt then mix until well combined
Make sure you have thoroughly washed and dried your chops then season generously on both sides.
Add the olive oil to your cast iron skillet then using medium heat bring your skillet to temperature.
Fry the pork chops for four minutes on both sides
Top with the garlic butter then transfer to the preheated oven
Cook for an additional eight minutes then it is ready to serve

Soul Food Cooking

Easy Garlic Butter Pork Chops