Pan-Seared Pork Chops

Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Pat pork chops dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering
3. Sear pork chops undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until a golden crust forms
4. Flip chops, add butter, garlic, and herbs to the pan
5. Baste chops with the melted butter using a spoon for 3-4 minutes
6. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145F
7. Rest for 5 minutes before serving

Notes

• Let chops come to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking for even searing
• The butter basting adds flavor and keeps chops juicy