Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic Rosemary Butter

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Juicy pork chops oven-roasted and finished with a fragrant garlic rosemary butter, perfect for a hearty low-carb, keto meal. This american-inspired pork (keto, low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs 1-inch thick bone-in pork chops, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Rub 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick) with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Let rest 10 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 tsp lemon zest.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the garlic rosemary butter evenly over the pork chops. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing juices to redistribute and butter to meld into the meat.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic Rosemary Butter take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic Rosemary 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 Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic Rosemary 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 Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic Rosemary Butter 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 Oven-Roasted Pork Chops with Garlic Rosemary Butter keto?

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

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