Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops

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Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops

Juicy garlic parmesan pork chops seared golden brown and finished in a rich, creamy garlic butter parmesan sauce. A restaurant-quality dinner made easily at home in one skillet!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Rest Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American bar, Italian

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

4 pieces Pork chops Bone-in or boneless, about 1 inch thick
2 teaspoons Salt For seasoning pork evenly
1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor
1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds savory depth
½ teaspoon Paprika For color and warmth
2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing pork
3 tablespoons Butter Adds richness to sauce
6 cloves Garlic Minced, for aromatic base
1 cup Heavy cream Creates creamy sauce texture
¾ cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for smooth melt
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning Optional, for herbal notes
¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for subtle heat
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish
Salt & pepper To taste for final seasoning

Equipment

Large skillet Cast iron or stainless steel preferred for best sear
Meat thermometer To check internal temperature (145°F)
Tongs For flipping pork chops easily
Whisk For blending sauce smoothly
Grater For freshly grated parmesan cheese

Method

Pat dry and season pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in skillet and sear pork chops 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
Remove pork chops and tent with foil to rest.
Melt butter in skillet, sauté garlic 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream, stirring to deglaze browned bits.
Stir in parmesan until melted into smooth sauce.
Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
Return pork chops, spoon sauce over, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
Top with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used