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pork chops in a skillet with lemon slices

How to Pan Sear Pork Chops and Finish in the Oven

Learn how to make tender and juicy pork chops with minimal effort every time! A 30 minute recipe!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pan sear pork chops
Servings: 2 People
Calories: 329kcal
Author: Anne Lawton

How to Pan Sear Pork Chops and Finish in the Oven

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 2 pork chops boneless, about 1/4 to 1/2 pound each
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil olive oil or avocado work best
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • Lemon wedges and fresh herbs for garnish
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Instructions

  • Prepare the ingredients: use a paper towel to pat the pork chops dry. Measure the seasonings, crush the garlic. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; preheat the oven to 375 degrees f.
  • Season the 2 pork chops with 1/8 teaspoon sea salt, 1/8 teaspoons black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
  • Once the skillet is hot, add the seasoned chops to the skillet and sear them until the exterior turns golden brown (about 2 to 3 minutes).
  • Flip the chops over and rub 1 clove garlic crushed onto the chops. Sear the other side for another minute or two longer.
  • Add fresh herbs and lemon wedges to the pan if you are using them and place the pan into the oven and cook until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees which can take up t 20 minutes, but start checking the temperature after 10 minutes in the oven.

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Notes

This recipe serves 2 people and can easily be adjusted to 3 or more servings using the scale recipe option above. Cooking time will remain the same.
Pan Sauce Options:
  • Place the skillet back on the stove and add 1 to 2 tablespoons of butter, heat it over medium heat. Stir in a clove of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, add a splash of chicken broth and simmer for a minute or two, then add a squeeze of lemon juice. Spoon the sauce over the chops.
  • Add more flavor by adding 1 to 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard or a few sprigs of fresh thyme or rosemary.
Store leftover pork chops in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1pork chop | Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 227mg | Potassium: 645mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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