Best Pan Seared Pork Chops Recipes

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS IN WHITE WINE SAUCE

Steps:

• Season the pork chops with the seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
• Melt butter over med. heat in a nonstick skillet, and when it is melted, add the oil.
• Sear the pork chops three at a time, cooking about five minutes on the first side, and three to four minutes on the other side.
• Transfer the seared pork chops to a plate or bowl while you sear the others.
• After you are done searing, and have removed all of the pork chops to a plate, add the onions and garlic to the pan, and cook for three minutes.
• Add the white wine, and reduce by half. Add the water, and pork chops, and lower the heat to low, and cover the pan.
• Cook for about 20 minutes on low heat, or until the chops are tender, being sure to not let anything get stuck to the bottom of the pan.
• Or,you can also take your pan, and put it in the oven on 325 degrees,for 20 minutes and you won't have to worry about anything getting stuck!

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Combine the salt and pepper and dried thyme and rub on the pork chops. Press a sprig of thyme into each chop. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and add the pork chops, thyme-side down. Sear 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until just browned and the interior is no longer bright pink. Transfer to a warm plate.
• Pour off the fat from the skillet, return to the heat, add the stock and wine, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Spoon the sauce over the pork chops and serve.

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Marinade chops in oil and vinegar (for at least 30 minutes or up to 3 hours).
• Season chops and heat a black iron skillet or shallow fry pan.
• (Medium/High heat) When pan is hot sear chops (do not turn for 3 minutes) then flip and sear other side.
• (searing will seal in the juices so chops will not dry out).
• As soon as chops are done remove them and put butter and onions into pan.
• Cook till onions are done to desired consistency.
• Enjoy!

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH GLAZED CARROTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F Dredge the pork chops (or steaks) in the spices (except oil). Let them sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavor of the spices.
• Heat frying pan (that is oven safe) over medium high heat with the oil. Place the chops/steaks into the heated pan and sear until golden brown (about 5 minutes each side).
• Cut carrots into thin slices and toss them in a bowl with the thyme, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add the carrots to the saute pan with the pork chops.
• Place the saute pan into the oven for about 10 minutes or until chops are cooked thru.
• Remove the chops/steaks from the pan onto serving plates, and leaving the carrots, deglaze the pan with the orange juice.
• Place carrots atop the chops and drizzle with glaze.

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Brine: In a medium saucepan, bring water, salt, and maple sugar to a boil over high heat. Stir until dissolved, 5 minutes. Turn off heat and add ice to the concentrated brine, diluting and quickly chilling it so you can use it right away. (Alternately, add 3 cups cold water to the concentrated brine and chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour before using.)
• Pork Chops: Three hours before you plan to cook the pork chops, place them in a gallon-size zip-top bag set in a bowl (for easy pouring and clean-up), then pour in the brine, making sure the chops are submerged. Seal, and chill in the refrigerator 2 hours.
• Remove pork chops from bag and discard brine. Dry chops well with paper towels. Allow meat 1 hour to come to room temperature (this will ensure even cooking). Season each chop on both sides with salt and pepper.
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven. Meanwhile, heat a skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and heat until rippling but not smoking, 2 minutes. Sear pork chops, 1 at a time, pressing the meat down with a heavy plate or bowl to get an even, golden sear on the bottom, 1-2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining oil and pork chops. Finish the chops by placing back in the pan, 2 at a time (for a 9-inch skillet). Turn off heat and add 3 tablespoons butter and a sprig of thyme. Tilt the pan and, using a long-handled spoon, baste the chops with the butter. Repeat with remaining chops and butter.
• Finish by placing all of the pork chops on the preheated baking sheet and roasting in the oven 3-5 minutes. Chops will be done when they're springy to the touch and the thickest part, near the bone, reaches 120 degrees F.
• Assembly: Transfer chops to a bed of thyme and tent lightly with foil to rest, 5-7 minutes. Remove tent, discard thyme, and serve.

THIN PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Prepare the brine: In a nonreactive large bowl or large deep baking dish, combine salt, sugar, bay leaves, coriander, peppercorns and allspice. Stir in 8 cups cold water to dissolve salt and sugar.
• Add pork chops to brine, making sure they are well submerged, and refrigerate. Leave chops in brine for 1 to 2 hours. Remove from brine, pat dry and bring to room temperature. Discard brine.
• Make the dressing for the herb salad: Whisk together lemon juice, zest and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
• Put 2 large cast-iron skillets over medium-high heat and film each pan lightly with oil. (Alternatively, use a large cast-iron griddle or ridged stovetop grill.) When oil is hot, add chops in one layer without crowding.
• Cook for about 4 minutes, until chops are nicely browned, then turn and cook for about 3 minutes more, until firm to the touch. Transfer to a warm platter.
• Put herb salad leaves in a shallow bowl and season lightly with salt. Toss leaves with half the dressing, just to coat. Place dressed salad on top of pork chops. Drizzle remaining dressing over the top, add shavings of pecorino cheese (if using), and serve.

BALSAMIC PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Season chops lightly with salt and pepper.
• Heat oil in non-stick pan to HOT.
• Spread mustard on ONE side of each chop, lightly dust that side with flour Sear mustard side of chops in pan for 6 minutes.
• Turn and sear for same time, remove to platter.
• Add onion, tomato, mushrooms, butter - stir 'till onions are cooked, but still crunchy.
• Add balsamic and stir for one minute.
• Pour skillet contents over pork chops and serve.

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS W/ ROSEMARY

Steps:

• Season pork chops with salt, rosemary, & pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
• Place sauté pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add chops and lower heat to medium.
• Cook 5-6 minutes until well browned on first side.
• Flip & cook 3-4 minutes more.

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE JELLY REDUCTION

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375F. In a large, heavy skillet melt butter and heat olive oil over high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides, sear in skillet until golden brown and flip. When both sides are seared, transfer skillet to preheated oven to finish cooking, about 8-10 more minutes depending on thickness and desired temperature. When done remove skillet from oven and remove chops with tongs to a plate. Tent with foil to retain heat.
• Spoon out any fat from skillet in excess of 2 tablespoons. Return skillet to medium-high heat and add shallots. Saute until soft and fragrant. Pour in wine and scrape up any browned bits from bottom of pan with a wooden spoon. Let wine evaporate until almost gone and then stir in apple jelly and chicken stock. The sauce will thicken slightly. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over chops and serve immediately.

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH SAGE, DATES AND PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Brine the chops: Put salt and sugar in a large bowl. Whisk in 4 cups water to dissolve. Add thyme sprig and pork chops. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight. When ready to cook, remove chops from brine and pat dry. Discard brine.
• Heat oven to 350 degrees. Put a large pot of well-salted water over high heat. When it boils, add parsnips and bring to a brisk simmer. Cook until parsnips are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain parsnips and keep warm.
• Meanwhile, set a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. When oil is wavy, sear chops until nicely browned, about 3 minutes per side. (Work in batches if you don't have a large skillet.)
• Transfer chops to a roasting pan or sheet pan in one layer. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until meat is 140 degrees when probed with an instant-read thermometer. Remove from oven and let rest while you make the sauce.
• Wipe out the skillet and return to medium-high heat. Add butter and let it begin to brown. Add sage leaves and dates, and let sizzle for about a minute. Add pepper and lemon juice, and pull off heat. Taste, and add more pepper or lemon to taste.
• To serve, place chops and a spoonful of parsnips on warm plates. Spoon butter mixture over chops and parsnips.

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH WARM CAJUN GRAIN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the spelt with 1 1/2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer until most of the water is absorbed and the grains are tender but still chewy, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Let cool completely. (The spelt can be cooked up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated.)
• Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper, scallion whites, celery and Canadian bacon and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the ham is lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the spelt, tomatoes, scallion greens, parsley and salt to taste. Cook, stirring, until the spelt and tomatoes are warmed through, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, transfer to a medium bowl and cover to keep warm. Wipe out the skillet.
• Sprinkle the pork chops all over with the remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning and 1 teaspoon salt. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the empty skillet over medium-high heat. Nestle the pork chops in the skillet snuggly. Cook until nicely browned on both sides and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each registers 140 degrees F, about 4 minutes per side.
• Divide the pork chops among four plates. Serve with the warm grain salad, and with wedges of lemon and hot sauce on the side if using.

PAN-SEARED, OVEN-ROASTED THICK-CUT PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• 1. In gallon-sized zipper-lock plastic bag, dissolve sugar and salt in 2 cups hot water. Add garlic, bay leaves, cloves, peppercorns, and 4 cups cold water; cool mixture to room temperature. Add pork chops, then seal bag, pressing out as much air as possible; refrigerate until fully seasoned, about 1 hour, turning bag once. Remove chops from brine and dry thoroughly with paper towels.
• 2. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position, place shallow roasting pan or jelly-roll pan on oven rack, and heat oven to 450 degrees. When oven reaches 450 degrees, heat oil in 12-inch heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Place chops in skillet; cook until well-browned and nice crust has formed on surface, about 2 minutes. Turn chops over with tongs; cook until well-browned and a nice crust has formed on second side, about 2 minutes longer. Using tongs, transfer chops to preheated pan in oven. Roast until instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each chop registers 125-127 degrees, 8 to 10 minutes, turning chops over once halfway through cooking time. Transfer each chop to platter; cover loosely with foil (be sure not to wrap foil tightly around meat), and let rest about 5 minutes. (Check internal temperature; it should register about 145 degrees).
• 3. Transfer the browned chops to a preheated baking sheet. To check internal temperatures, insert an instant-read thermometer into the center of the chop from the side.

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH GLAZED CARROTS AND POTATO PANCAKES

Steps:

• Dredge the pork chops in the cajun spice. Heat frying pan with peanut oil. Place the pork chops into the heated pan and sear until golden brown. Cut carrots into thin slices. In a bowl, add the carrots, thyme, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add the carrots to the saute pan with the pork chops. Place the saute pan into a preheated, 425 degree oven for 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the pork chops from the pan, leaving the carrots, and deglaze the pan with orange juice.
• Potato pancakes: In a bowl, combine potatoes, onion, egg, thyme and salt and pepper. Toss in flour. In a saute pan, heat peanut oil. Form large thin pancakes. Place pancake into heated pan and brown on both sides about 7 to 10 minutes.

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS TOPPED WITH BROWN SUGAR GLAZED APPLES AND BACON

Steps:

• Mix salt and black pepper together; season both sides of each pork chop.
• Press both sides of apple slices into brown sugar to coat them.
• Cook bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon grease in the skillet.
• Mix 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter into the reserved bacon grease over medium heat; cook the brown sugar-coated apple slices until apples are tender and glazed, about 5 minutes. Transfer glazed apples to a plate in a single layer leaving room between each apple.
• Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to a plate.
• Mix Swanson® Unsalted Chicken Stock, lemon juice, and 1/2 of the green onions into the skillet mixture; bring liquid to a simmer. Check sauce for seasoning; add salt to taste, if desired.
• Place the browned pork chops in the skillet and simmer in the sauce until pork chops are cooked through, about 20 minutes.
• Serve topped with 4 glazed apple slices per chop. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon; spoon a generous amount of the pan sauce over top. Finish with a sprinkle of green onions.

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH CIDAR SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat oil in a frying pan on medium high heat and season both sides of the Pork Chops with salt and pepper.
• Put room temp pork chops in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 mins without moving them then turn them over and cook on the other side for 3 to 4 minutes again with out moving them. You are looking for a really nice sear on these!
• Remove the Pork Chops to a plate.
• Add 1 T. butter, shallots, and thyme sprigs to the pan and stir for about 2 minutes until the shallots have softened.
• Add the vinegar to the pan and reduce for 3 minutes.
• Add the stock and cidar and reduce to half.
• Remove the thyme and return the Pork Chops to the pan for 2 minutes to reheat them.
• Remove the Pork Chops again to the plate and add the remaining butter to the sauce then season with salt and pepper.
• Pour sauce over the chops and garnish with thyme.

PERFECT PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• 1. Sprinkle the chops with the salt, pepper and thyme (I use a generous amount) Pat the seasoning onto the pork so that it sticks nicely then let them sit on the counter for 30 minutes.
• 2. Pour the oil in a skillet and heat over medium high. Arrange the pork chops in the skillet so that they are not touching each other and cook for only about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown. You may need to turn the heat to medium low.
• 3. Turn the heat off, quickly cover with a tight fitting lid and let sit for 8-10 minutes depending on thickness of chops.
• 4. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and de-glaze the pan with a splash of white cooking wine and butter. Finally, pour the sauce over the chops & serve!

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS IN WHITE WINE SAUCE

Steps:

• Season the pork chops with salt, garlic powder and pepper. Melt butter over medium heat in a nonstick skillet. and when it is melted, add the oil Sear the pork Chops 3 at a time, cooking about 2 1/2 minutes on each side, not cooking fully, as they will get fully cooked later on. After you are done searing, and have removed all of the pork chops to a plate, add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook for three minutes. Add the white wine, and reduce by half. Add the water and pork chops, and lower the heat to low, and cover the pan. Cook for about 10-15 minutes on low heat, or until the chops are tender, being sure to not let anything get stuck to the bottom of the pan. Serve on a plate, you can add pasta if you want, but this dish is incredible by itself!

PAN SEARED ROSEMARY PORK CHOPS (SANDRA LEE)

Steps:

• Season pork chops with salt and pepper, set aside.
• Combine bread crumbs and rosemary.
• Spread mixture on a plate and coat both sides of pork chops, set aside.
• Heat olive oil on medium high heat in a large skillet and add pork chops.
• Cook for 4 -6 minutes on each side or until cooled through. (160 degrees).

PAN SEARED PORK CHOPS & MEXICAN SHELLS

Steps:

• Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chops; cook 5 to 6 min. on each side or until done (145°F). Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
• Add salsa and water to skillet; bring to boil.
• Stir in Shells and peppers. Cook on medium heat 10 min. Stir in Cheese Sauce; top with chops. Cover. Simmer on low heat 5 min. or until heated through.

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH ROSEMARY AND PEARS RECIPE - (4/5)

Steps:

• nstructions: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup olive oil, vinegar, 2 sprigs rosemary and 3 garlic cloves. Divide marinade between 2 large resealable plastic bags, with 1 sprig in each. Add pork chops and seal. Turn bags to coat chops; then refrigerate to marinate, at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours. In a heavy-duty, stainless roasting pan set atop 2 burners, heat remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup flour, salt and pepper. Remove pork chops from bags and blot excess marinade with paper towels. Dredge chops in flour mixture. Cook until golden brown, 14 to 16 minutes, turning halfway through. Transfer to a plate; set aside. Pour fat from pan into a heatproof dish. Return 1½ tablespoons fat to pan and heat over medium; set dish aside. Add pears and cook, browning on both sides, about 6 minutes, turning halfway through. Transfer to plate and set aside. Roughly chop remaining rosemary. Wipe same pan clean and heat 3 tablespoons reserved fat over medium heat. Add remaining rosemary, onion and remaining garlic and cook until onion is translucent, about 2 minutes. Add remaining flour, stirring until light brown, about 5 minutes. Add broth, whisking to remove any lumps, and bring to a simmer. Add reserved pork chops and simmer for 15 minutes. Add reserved pears and cook for 5 minutes more. Transfer pork chops and pears to a serving platter and tent loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm. Strain liquid into a medium bowl, then return it to pan. Increase heat to high and cook gravy until thickened and reduced to about 1½ cups, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour some gravy over pork chops and pears. Serve with more gravy on the side. Per serving: 673 calories, 35g fat, 116mg cholesterol, 733mg sodium, 44g carbohydrates, 5g fiber, 46g protein.