Let’s do juicy, flavorful pork chops—no dryness, no fuss. 🐖🔥
Here are 3 foolproof ways, so you can pick your vibe.
🍳 Classic Pan-Seared Pork Chops
Best for: fast + super juicy
Ingredients
- 2 pork chops (1–1½ inches thick)
- Salt & black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic (smashed)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chops dry; season both sides.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high.
- Sear chops 3–4 min per side until golden.
- Add butter, garlic, herbs; baste 1 minute.
- Remove at 145°F (63°C), rest 5 minutes.
🔥 Oven-Baked Pork Chops
Best for: hands-off cooking
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chops; sear 2 minutes per side in an oven-safe skillet.
- Transfer to oven; bake 8–12 minutes.
- Rest before serving.
🍯 Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Best for: sweet-savory comfort
- Sear pork chops.
- Add to pan:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp butter
- Simmer 2–3 minutes, spooning sauce over chops.
⭐ Pro Tips for Juicy Pork Chops
✅ Use thick chops (thin ones dry fast)
✅ Don’t overcook—145°F is perfect
✅ Always rest before cutting