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Easy Pan Seared Pork Chops

Learn how to cook a pork chop to perfection!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: seared,pork,chops
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops thick in size
  • Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil for searing

Instructions

STEP 1

  • Pat chops dry with the paper towel and sprinkle them very generously with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.

STEP 2

  • Heat your skillet to medium high and add the olive oil. When it's shimmering hot and not a moment before, add your chops.

STEP 3

  • Sear on one side, without moving them at all, until they are nice and golden brown on the first side, about 3-5 minutes. Flip and sear the other side until browned.

STEP 4

  • The easiest way to check if the pork chop is done is to use meat thermometer. When they reach an internal temperature of 135 F degrees they are done.

STEP 5

  • Remove them from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for 10 minutes, during which time they will continue cooking with the residual heat and will eventually reach 145 F degrees.

STEP 6

  • Do remember that cooking time can vary based on the thickness of the pork chops.

Notes

Nutrition
Calories: 238kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium:
499mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.7mg