Introduction
Treat yourself to a savory and succulent dinner with our Garlic Butter Juicy Pork Chops recipe. These tender pork chops are seared to perfection and then bathed in a flavorful garlic butter sauce that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want something delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preparing the Pork Chops
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Searing the Pork Chops
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
3. Making the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add unsalted butter to the skillet and allow it to melt, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle dried thyme over the butter and garlic mixture, stirring to combine.
4. Glazing the Pork Chops
- Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the pork chops to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
5. Serving Up Deliciousness
- Once cooked through, remove the pork chops from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter.
- Spoon any remaining garlic butter sauce from the skillet over the pork chops.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Dive into Juicy Garlic Butter Goodness
Get ready to dive into the juicy goodness of our Garlic Butter Juicy Pork Chops. With their tender texture, rich flavors, and aromatic garlic butter sauce, these pork chops are sure to become a new favorite in your meal rotation. So grab your skillet, heat up some garlic butter, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and satisfying dinner that’s sure to impress.