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Looking down at two garlic butter pork chops topped with lemon slices and parsley, with a pool of garlic butter sauce.

Garlic Butter Pork Chops

Juicy pan-seared pork chops in a rich lemon garlic butter sauce with Italian seasoning, ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless pork chops, 1/2 inch thick
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or other neutral oil)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, plus more for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season Pork Chops:

    Dry the pork chops with paper towels and season both sides heavily with salt and pepper.

  2. Brown Pork Chops:

    Warm avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until a golden crust develops. Remove and reserve.

  3. Sauté Garlic in Butter:

    Lower heat to medium. In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic, avoiding browning.

  4. Make Lemon Sauce:

    Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, Italian seasoning, and parsley.

  5. Coat Chops in Sauce:

    Return the pork chops and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Coat the chops with the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, flipping once, until warmed through.

  6. Plate and Garnish:

    Plate the pork chops, spoon pan sauce over them, and sprinkle with additional chopped parsley.