Sautéed Pork Chops with Garlic-Herb Butter

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Tender pork chops seared to perfection and finished with a fragrant butter sauce made with fresh herbs and garlic. This american-inspired keto ready in about 23 minutes pairs pork chops, avocado oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

★ 4.5 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Place pork chops in skillet and sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear another 3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp fresh thyme, and 1 tsp fresh rosemary to skillet.
  5. Step 5: Baste chops continuously with melted butter for 1 minute until garlic is fragrant and butter is golden.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Sautéed Pork Chops with Garlic-Herb 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 pork chops from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Pork Chops with Garlic-Herb 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 Sautéed Pork Chops with Garlic-Herb 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.

What goes well with Sautéed Pork Chops with Garlic-Herb Butter?

American keto like this pair well with a low-carb side — cauliflower rice, roasted broccoli or asparagus, or a leafy salad with olive oil and parmesan. Rice, couscous and bread would blow the carb budget this recipe is built around. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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