Savory Herb-Crusted Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus
Tender pork chops coated in fresh herbs and garlic, served with perfectly roasted asparagus for a simple yet elegant keto dinner. This american-inspired one pot (low-carb, high-protein) ready in about 37 minutes pairs (1-inch thick, bone-in) pork chops, olive oil, fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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 (1-inch thick, bone-in) pork chops
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb asparagus
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp 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, then transfer skillet to oven.
- Step 3: Place asparagus around pork chops in the skillet. Roast for 18-20 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internally and asparagus is tender-crisp, drizzling with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil during the last 5 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Savory Herb-Crusted Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 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 Savory Herb-Crusted 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 Savory Herb-Crusted 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 Savory Herb-Crusted 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 Savory Herb-Crusted Pork Chops with Roasted Asparagus low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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My whole family loved this.
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I've tried many one pot recipes and this is hands down the best.
