🧄 Savory Garlic Butter Pork Chops

Ingredients

For the Pork Chops:

• 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)

• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)

• ½ cup chicken broth (optional, for extra sauce)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork Chops:

   • Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.

   • Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.

2. Sear the Pork Chops:

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add pork chops and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and nearly cooked through.

   • Remove chops from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • Reduce heat to medium.

   • In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

   • Stir in thyme and red pepper flakes (if using).

   • For a saucier dish, add chicken broth and simmer for 1–2 minutes.

4. Combine and Finish:

   • Return pork chops to the skillet and spoon the garlic butter sauce over them.

   • Simmer for another 2–3 minutes, or until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

5. Serve:

   • Spoon the garlic butter over the chops, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.