Garlic Butter Pork Chops
Sizzling hot pork chops smothered in a decadent garlic butter sauce, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless center-cut pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the pork chops in a hot skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Sauté the minced garlic in melted butter until fragrant.
- Combine the pork chops with the garlic butter, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure skillet is adequately heated before adding pork chops for a better sear. Use a meat thermometer for checking doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg