Pan Seared Pork Chops

Learn how to make perfectly juicy and flavorful pan seared pork chops with this easy recipe. Simple season, sear and cook to perfection. Impress your family and friends with this delicious and simple dish!

Need an easy peasy dinner recipe? Then look no further than pan seared pork chops. This simple recipe makes a lean cut of meat super juicy, tender and oh so flavorful. It’s a great way to make pork chops without turning on the oven! The best part is that it only takes 20 minutes to cook these incredible chops — that’s an easy way to get plenty of protein on the dinner table during a busy weeknight.

Serve this healthy protein with some roasted vegetables and you’ve got a power-packed meal that has so much flavor. The pork seasoning creates a bit of a crust on the outside of the chops, pairing beautifully with the tender inside. Pan searing traps the juices inside each pork chop too! You’ll love how tasty these yummy pan seared pork chops are, so let’s get started.

Why You’ll Love Pan Seared Pork Chops

• You only need 3 ingredients for this recipe — olive oil, pork seasoning and chops. That’s a pretty easy list to remember!
• Pork is a very lean meat, making this a wonderful healthier option for dinner time. But even while lean, this method ensures the pork chops are super juicy and tender.
• Clean-up is a breeze! Just wash the skillet you cooked with and any prep dishes you may have used. Then it’s done!

Ingredients for Pan Seared Pork Chops

• Pork chops – For this recipe, boneless pork chops work the best. However, you can use bone-in pork chops. 1″ thick pork chops are great for this stovetop recipe. Thinner chops will cook more quickly, so keep an eye on them.
• Pork seasoning – Use whatever pork seasoning you have on hand! Our Gimme Some Grilling Pork Seasoning works beautifully. But store-bought and even homemade pork seasoning would best tasty too.
• Olive oil – Use olive oil, or another high heat neutral oil to sear these seasoned pork chops. Avocado oil and vegetable oil would work.

How to Make Pan Seared Pork Chops

Pat chops dry with paper towels and then sprinkle them evenly on both sides with pork seasoning.

Heat a large cast iron skillet to medium high and add the olive oil. When it’s shimmering hot, add the seasoned pork chops.

Sear on one side, without moving them at all, until they are nice and golden brown on the first side. Flip and sear the other side until browned or internal temp of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

Remove them from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for 6-8 minutes before serving.

Enjoy!

How to Store Leftover Pan Seared Pork chops

Allow pork chops to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.

FRIDGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container or zip-top plastic bag. Refrigerate for 3-4 days.

FREEZE: Transfer to a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Can I make pan seared pork chops without a cast iron skillet?

Absolutely! A large non-stick skillet would work great, and a stainless steel skillet will work as well. Just preheat the pan well to insure the pork chops don’t stick.

Should you sear pork chops in butter or oil?

It is best to sear pork chops in a high-heat oil. Butter will likely end up burning and could negatively effect the flavor of this pork chop recipe.

What to Serve with Pan Seared Pork Chops

Serve these stovetop pork chops with veggies like air fryer asparagus or air fryer broccoli. Classics like green beans with bacon and creamy mashed potatoes would pair beautifully with this recipe. These pork chops would also go great on top of a bed of noodles with alfredo sauce.

Creamed corn, glazed carrots, or even cheesy carrot casserole are yummy sides to serve alongside pork chops. Really, choose any favorite sides you want and pair with this hearty protein!

This pan seared pork chops recipe is so yummy! A perfect dinner for a busy evening because it comes together so quickly. Pork doesn’t have to be tough and flavorless. It can be full of flavor and incredibly tender when you use an easy cooking method like this one.

More Pork Recipes You’ll Love!

• Pork Schnitzel is crispy and flavorful and easy to make. This dish is perfect for parties because everyone enjoys it! Your family is going to love this one for dinner time too.
• Make some yummy pulled pork and dish it onto slider buns for the best Pulled Pork Sliders ever. It’s a great appetizer for parties and game day!
• Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin is one of the easiest ways to make pork. Just pop it into the air fryer and let it cook to tender perfection.
• Looking for a unique appetizer or dinner main course? Then check out this Pulled Pork Crescent Ring.