Lemon Garlic Pork Chops
These lemon garlic pork chops are a quick and satisfying dinner that delivers bold bright flavors in just 15 minutes. Juicy pan seared pork chops bathed in a simple lemon garlic pan sauce make a restaurant worthy meal on any weeknight.
Juicy pan seared pork chops in a bright lemon garlic sauce ready in 15 minutes.
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Instructions
Season the Pork
Pat pork chops completely dry with paper towels and season generously on both sides with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Bringing the chops to room temperature for even 5 minutes helps them cook more evenly.
Sear the Chops
Heat olive oil in a cast iron or heavy skillet over medium high heat. Add pork chops and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side without moving until a deep golden brown crust forms on each side.
Make the Pan Sauce
Reduce heat to medium and add butter and garlic to the pan. Cook garlic for 30 seconds while spooning the butter over the pork chops. Add lemon juice and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
Rest and Serve
Remove pork chops from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving. Spoon the pan sauce generously over the chops and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
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