These cast iron pork chops are a staple in my home for delivering perfectly caramelized pork chops that are intensely flavorful and juicy! It doesn't matter if you're using bone-in pork chops or boneless pork chops, the simple stovetop method is a tried and true method that does not disappoint! Get ready for some super moist and tasty pork chops that are ready to enjoy in just a few minutes!
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Instructions
Prepare your pork chops for cooking by patting any moisture off the chops with a paper towel. Heat your cast-iron skillet and olive oil to medium-high temperature.
Season the upward-facing side of your pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Once the oil is shimmering or beginning to smoke, place the pork chops into the cast-iron skillet with the seasoned side facing downward. Season the upward-facing side. Cook for 4 minutes. *Do not move the chops before this time! This will interrupt the sear. Add the garlic cloves (and herbs if desired) to the skillet while cooking the first side, remove if starting to burn.
Use tongs to flip your pork chops, searing the edges as you turn them. Cook for an additional 4 minutes - still without moving the chops.
Add the butter after the 4 minutes cook time, and turn off the heat. Spoon the melted butter over the pork chops liberally, then let them rest in the skillet for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve your pork chops with the pan juices drizzled over the chops, then garnished with fresh chopped parsley or thyme.
Notes
You can use boneless or bone-in pork chops with this cast iron recipe, and both versions are equally excellent. With restaurant-quality results without the steep price tag, you will be whipping these up at least once a week!
You can cube up the pork chops and toss them over a spinach salad, add them to pasta, or serve them on a bun as a quick sandwich. If you cannot wait until lunchtime, serve the leftovers with eggs in the morning instead of bacon or sausage.
Avoid moving the pork chops during the initial sear as this can disrupt the formation of the perfectly caramelized crust!