Here are juicy, flavorful pork chops you can make easily—no fuss, big taste 🥩✨
I’ll give you a reliable pan-seared version plus a couple of tasty variations.
Classic Juicy Pork Chops (Pan-Seared)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (¾–1 inch thick)
- Salt & black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Season
Pat pork chops dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. - Sear
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add pork chops and sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. - Butter baste
Reduce heat to medium.
Add butter, garlic, and herbs.
Spoon melted butter over chops for 1–2 minutes. - Rest
Remove from pan and rest 5 minutes before serving.
🔥 Doneness Tip
- Safe internal temp: 145°F (63°C)
- Slightly pink inside = juicy and perfect
Flavor Variations
🍯 Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Add 2 tbsp honey + 1 tbsp soy sauce to the pan after searing. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
🍎 Smothered Pork Chops
Add sliced onions + mushrooms after searing. Cover and simmer 10 minutes.
🍋 Lemon Butter Pork Chops
Finish with lemon juice and parsley for a bright, fresh flavor.
Best Sides
- Mashed potatoes
- Green beans or asparagus
- Buttered noodles
- Sautéed apples
If you’d like, I can give you a baked pork chop recipe, slow-cooker version, or Southern fried pork chops next.