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Cooking Pan-Seared Pork Chops at Home
My simple seared pork chops recipe is probably the most delicious pork chop recipe you have ever cooked!
➡️ Wondering how to cook pork chops best? I usually opt for pan-seared pork chops when cooking a quick dinner, baked pork chops when I have more time, and grilled pork chops when planning a barbecue party.
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How to Cook Pan-Seared Pork Chops from Scratch at Home
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Simple Seared Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops (at least 1 inch thick)
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper or to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder or to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Take the pork chops out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the skillet.
- Once the skillet is hot, add the pork chops. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use bone-in pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick for the best results.
- Let the pork chops come to room temperature before cooking.
- Use a hot skillet and do not move the pork chops around too much when searing.
- Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute.
- For added flavor, you can add herbs like rosemary or thyme to the skillet while cooking.
Cooking Pan-Seared Pork Chops at Home is Quick and Simple!
➡️ Cooking a pork chop can be a challenge for novice home chefs, but searing it well can turn out to be well worth the effort. To sear a pork chop like a chef, you’ll need just a cast-iron skillet and a moment of patience. After searing, let the pork chops rest for a couple of minutes, and then serve them up with a side dish or a veggie salad. If you’re feeling really ambitious, you can also make a sauce using a few simple ingredients like butter, flour, salt, and pepper (just like in the recipe below.)
➡️ I simply love pork chops. There are few things in the world that can compare to the juicy flavor of a freshly seared pork chop, which is why they are a staple in my house. Also, I recommend you more delicious pork chop recipes available on this website such as how to fry without flour and baked pork chops in the oven.
FAQ’s for Cooking Pan-Seared Pork Chops
What are pan-seared pork chops?
Pan-seared pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that consists of pork chops seared in a pan.
What are the ingredients for pan-seared pork chops?
The ingredients for pan-seared pork chops cooked with the simplest recipe include pork chops, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
How long does it take to make pan-seared pork chops?
It takes about 15 minutes to make pan-seared pork chops from start to finish.
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