Herb-Infused Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus
Juicy pork chops glazed with fresh rosemary and thyme, served alongside tender asparagus roasted to perfection. This american-inspired keto (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops, olive oil, finely chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 2: Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast alongside pork for 12-15 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 3: In the same skillet (after removing pork), add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, and 1/4 cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 4: Slice pork chops and serve with roasted asparagus, drizzling with the herb glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Herb-Infused Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
