About
Pan-Seared Pork Chops are a date-night classic. The lean meat is made rich with a sauce of butter, garlic, and thyme. The basting technique used is a staple at high-end restaurants, so you can bring that professional taste home for your special someone. Pair Pan-Seared Pork Chops with sauteed spinach and mashed potatoes for a truly beautiful candlelit dinner. Let your evening sparkle with joy!
Ingredients
- 1 (2-inch-thick) pork chop, bone-in and double-cut
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, gently crushed and peeled
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Directions
Step 1 -Take the pork chops out of the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes prior to cooking to allow them to reach room temperature.
Step 2 -Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 3 -Season the pork chops with the salt and the pepper on all sides.
Step 4 -Heat an oven-safe cast-iron skillet over high heat.
Step 5 -Drizzle the skillet with the grapeseed oil.
Step 6 -Once the skillet is heated, sear the pork chops on both sides. Allow it to cook on each side until a nice char forms, for about 2 minutes per side.
Step 7 -Place the oven-safe skillet in the oven to further cook for 6-8 minutes, depending on your preferred level of doneness. The recommended internal temperature for pork is 145 degrees F.
Step 8 -Remove the skillet from the oven and place it back on the stovetop.
Step 9 -Add the butter, the garlic, and the thyme.
Step 10 -Once the butter has melted, shift the pan back and forth with one hand, while basting the pork with the other for 1-2 minutes, being careful that the butter does not burn.
Step 11 -Allow the pork to rest for up to 10 minutes.
Step 12 -Serve.
