Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low, add butter and garlic to the pan, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Baste the pork chops with garlic butter for extra flavor.
Notes
Ensure pork chops are at room temperature before cooking for an even sear. Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain high heat for a crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Pan searing, butter-basting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg