Herb-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic-Infused Butter

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Juicy pork chops roasted to perfection with a savory garlic-herb butter finish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 25 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 380 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat pork chops dry with paper towels, then season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Remove skillet from heat, add rosemary and minced garlic, then stir in butter until melted and fragrant. Pour the garlic butter mixture over pork chops.
  4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and juices run clear.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic-Infused Butter take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic-Infused Butter?

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-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic-Infused Butter?

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-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic-Infused Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic-Infused Butter low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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