Pork chops are a flavorful and easy main dish that can be fried, baked, grilled, or cooked in gravy. Here’s a simple and delicious way to make them. 🍖
Pan-Fried Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 2 tbsp oil or butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Season the pork chops
- Pat the pork chops dry.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat the skillet
- Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the pork chops
- Cook about 4–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness).
- Cook until golden brown and the inside is fully cooked.
- Rest before serving
- Let the pork chops rest 3–5 minutes to keep them juicy.
Great Side Dishes
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
- Fried potatoes and onions
- Corn on the cob
- Baked macaroni and cheese
- Green beans
If you want, I can also show you 5 of the most popular pork chop recipes people cook (like smothered pork chops, BBQ pork chops, baked pork chops, fried pork chops, and honey garlic pork chops). 🍽️
