Fried Pork Chops Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
up to 1/2-inch thick
- to tastesalt and fresh ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
divided
- 2 small zucchini
sliced into half moons
- 4 tablespoons butter
room temperature
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ tablespoon dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
- 1
Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cut a few slits in the fat surrounding the pork chops. This will help with keeping the chops from curling up while frying.
- 2
Heat butter and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops to the hot oil and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Pork chops are cooked through when internal temperature reaches 145˚F. Use an instant-read thermometer for best results. Also, cooking time will depend on the thickness of the pork chops; they should be up to 1/2-inch thick.
- 3
In the meantime, prepare the garlic butter by combining butter, garlic powder, dried basil, dried parsley, and dried oregano; mash with a fork until thoroughly incorporated.
- 4
Remove pork chops from skillet; keep covered.
- 5
Set skillet over medium-high heat and add remaining oil. Add zucchini slices to the hot oil; season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Remove from skillet.
- 6
Transfer pork chops and zucchini to a serving plate. Add a dollop of garlic butter to each pork chop and serve!
Fried Pork Chops Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting and incredibly flavorful dinner that comes together in a flash? These Fried Pork Chops with a luxurious creamy garlic butter sauce and tender zucchini are your answer, promising a delicious meal in under 30 minutes.
What sets this recipe apart is the thoughtful combination of tender, pan-fried pork chops with a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce that you'll want to spoon over everything. The quick cooking time, paired with the simple yet impactful seasoning, ensures juicy pork every time, perfectly complemented by the fresh zucchini cooked right alongside.
Prepare for a truly satisfying experience where golden-brown pork chops, seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper, form the centerpiece of your plate. Each bite of pork is wonderfully tender, enveloped by a velvety garlic butter sauce infused with dried basil, parsley, and oregano. The sliced zucchini adds a fresh, slightly sweet counterpoint, making for a balanced and complete dish. It's a remarkably flavorful meal that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly quick and straightforward to prepare, perfect for any weeknight.
Customization & Variations
While bone-in pork chops are specified for their flavor and juiciness, you can experiment with the type of paprika – sweet paprika offers a mild, rich flavor, while smoked paprika adds a deeper, more robust smokiness. Feel free to adjust the blend of dried herbs in the garlic butter to suit your preference, perhaps adding a pinch of thyme or rosemary. For another vegetable addition, consider quickly sautéing mushrooms or bell peppers alongside the zucchini.
This dish is an ideal choice for a comforting weeknight dinner, offering restaurant-quality taste without the fuss. Serve these flavorful Fried Pork Chops hot, perhaps with a simple side salad to complete the meal, allowing the creamy garlic butter sauce to shine.