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Baked Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

🍽️ Garlic Herb Butter Pork Chops Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or ½ tsp dried)
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • 1. Prep the Pork Chops
    Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes while you prep the rest.
  • 2. Sear the Pork Chops
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops. Sear for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • 3. Make Garlic Herb Butter
    Reduce heat to medium-low. Push pork chops to one side of the pan. Add butter, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Stir the butter mixture for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • 4. Baste the Chops
    Spoon the melted butter and herbs over the pork chops repeatedly for another 2–3 minutes, until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  • 5. Rest and Serve
    Remove pork chops from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and drizzle any leftover herb butter on top.

Notes

🔁 Storage Tips:

  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet with a splash of broth or water to keep them juicy.