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Cast Iron Pork Chops

Cast Iron Pork Chops

Cost $15, save $25

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 40 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Seasoning & Garnish

    • 🧂 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
    • Chopped fresh rosemary for garnish

  • Cooking Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 🧈 1 tablespoon butter

  • Aromatics

    • 🧄 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  • Main Protein

    • 4 pork chops

STEPS

1

Take chops out of the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.

2

Cut vertical slits into the fat cap on the sides of the chops to prevent curling during cooking.

3

Blot chops dry with paper towels and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.

4

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.

5

Add oil to the skillet, and cook the pork chops for 2 minutes per side.

6

Add butter and garlic to the skillet.

7

Place rosemary sprigs on each chop. Baste chops with butter mixture occasionally while cooking for 2 minutes.

8

Turn chops, baste, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C) is reached.

9

Remove chops from the skillet, tent with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.

10

Garnish with chopped rosemary before serving.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

504

Calories

  • 51
    Protein
  • 1
    Carbs
  • 32
    Fats

💡 For best browning, ensure the skillet is fully preheated before adding the chops.Letting the chops rest ensures the juices are redistributed, resulting in tender meat.Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for perfectly cooked pork.