Sure! Here’s a go-to, versatile recipe for juicy pork chops — pan-seared and optionally oven-finished — with a few variations depending on how you want to cook them.
🥩 Juicy Garlic Herb Pork Chops (Bone-in or Boneless)
🧺 Ingredients:
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2–4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, about 1 inch thick)
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1 tbsp olive oil (or butter)
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
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Optional: Fresh rosemary, thyme, or sage
🔧 Instructions (Stovetop + Optional Oven)
1. Bring to Room Temp
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Let pork chops sit at room temp for 15–20 minutes before cooking for even doneness.
2. Season
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Pat chops dry with paper towels.
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Season both sides evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
3. Sear
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Heat oil or butter in a cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add pork chops and sear 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
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Add fresh herbs to the pan for aroma if using.
4. Optional: Finish in Oven
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For thick chops (over 1 inch), transfer skillet to a 400°F (200°C) oven for 5–8 minutes until internal temp reaches:
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145°F (63°C) for medium (juicy, slightly pink)
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160°F (71°C) for well-done
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5. Rest
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Let chops rest for 5 minutes before cutting. This locks in juices.
🍎 Variations:
🍯 Honey Garlic Glaze (after searing)
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Mix 2 tbsp honey + 1 tbsp soy sauce + 2 garlic cloves (minced)
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Pour into pan, simmer 2–3 minutes to glaze
🍏 Apple & Onion Pork Chops
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After removing chops, sauté sliced apples and onions in the same pan
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Deglaze with a splash of apple cider or white wine
🔥 Air Fryer Pork Chops
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Preheat to 400°F
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Air fry 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway (use same seasonings)