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Three juicy pork chops seared to perfection and glistening in a pan sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.

Juicy Skillet Pork Chops

This recipe makes juicy pork chops in a skillet that are perfect for meal prep. The simple seasoning blend and quick cooking method ensure delicious results every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Oven Finish Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pork chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 324
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
For the Pork Chops
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 4 thick cut boneless pork chops about 3/4-inch thick

Equipment

  • oven safe skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Remove the pork chops from their package and rub the seasoning mixture over all sides of each chop. The moisture from the meat will help the seasoning to stick.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the pork chops. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until browned.
  4. If your chops are thicker than one inch, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven for another 5-10 minutes to finish cooking. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 145ºF. Cook longer if needed.
  5. Dredge the chops through the sauce in the bottom of the pan just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 29gFat: 16gSodium: 359mgFiber: 0.1g

Notes

Use boneless pork chops that are about 3/4-inch thick. This thickness helps them cook through quickly without the glaze burning.

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