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December 2, 2015 · 6 Comments

Garlic Thyme Pork Chops

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Who doesn’t love a good thick pork chop now and then? I love them, especially these Garlic Thyme Pork Chops. And, they’re even better when served with Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce.

These Garlic Thyme Pork Chops were tender, juicy, and flavorful. They also paired well with the applesauce and Candied Sweet Potatoes. They’d also be great served with mashed potatoes. Oh heck, you can serve these with just about anything, but don’t forget to make the homemade applesauce.Garlic Thyme Pork ChopsStanding at the butcher counter at my favorite local grocery store, I couldn’t resist the thick cut chops that happened to be on sale. I know (not from experience of course), that pork chops can often be a little dry, but I was craving delicious. Luckily I remembered that I had a great pork loin recipe and decided to adapt it for the chops. They turned out delicious!

I did a quick brine, then went about my day. A few hours later, I quickly pan seared the chops (I cooked mine in my favorite cast iron skillet) to give them a caramelized golden crust and finished them off in the oven, where they roasted in some buttery, garlicky, thyme flavored marinate. Before serving I topped with just a little fresh topped thyme. Give this recipe a try and say good bye to dried out pork chops.

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Garlic Thyme Pork Chops

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Garlic Thyme Pork Chops

Author Joy in Every Season

Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2-4 bone-in pork chops 3/4-1" thick
  • 4 TBSP butter
  • 5-6 cloves garlic
  • 3 TBSP apple cider vinegar
  • 2 TBSP chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
  • 2 TBSP canola or olive oil

Instructions

  • To cure the pork chops: mix together the sugar & salt. Rub mixture all over pork chops and place into zip lock baggie. Refrigerate for at least one hour (or as long as 4 hours).
  • Marinade: Melt 4 TBSP butter in small saucepan. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, but not brown. Add vinegar, thyme, and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • In an oven proof skillet (I used cast iron), heat the canola oil over high heat. Place pork chops into hot pan and sear until golden brown (approx. 3 minutes per side). Remove pan from heat.
  • Generously baste the chops with the butter/garlic/thyme mixture and place into preheated 375* oven. Cook for 6-10 minutes or until internal temp reaches 140-145* (in thickest part of chop). Do not overcook.
  • Before serving, top with a little fresh chopped thyme.

Other Pork suggestions for you:

Pulled Pork Sandwiches Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Peppered Pork Sliders Peppered Pork Sliders

Healthy Pork Carnitas Healthy Pork Carnitas

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  1. Noëlly says

    May 24, 2020 at 5:35 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for diner and it was perfect. I used brown sugar to cure the meat and served it with sautéed mushrooms and baked potatoes. Everyone enjoyed it. I will definitely do it again. Thank you 🙂

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    • Trisha says

      September 20, 2021 at 4:11 am

      I tried this and everyone loved it! Especially my kids. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
  2. Craig says

    November 9, 2020 at 2:07 pm

    Just made this with mushrooms (in same sauce) but left in oven 15 mins longer
    With roast potatoes, green beans, leeks and broccoli

    Amazing!!

    Reply
  3. Liza says

    December 16, 2020 at 5:55 pm

    Very flavorful. I’m not a big pork eater but this was delicious. Thank you.

    Reply
  4. Patti says

    September 25, 2021 at 5:10 pm

    The ingredients list says 5-6 garlic cloves which made me assume to add them whole. But it never says to remove them. and says to baste with the mixture. Am I to assume that the cloves should be minced?

    Reply

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