Pork chops with herbs are a fantastic choice for beginners looking to create a delicious and impressive meal with minimal effort. With its ease of preparation, minimal ingredients, and versatility in cooking methods, this dish allows you to experiment in the kitchen while achieving mouthwatering results. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or guests, pork chops with herbs are sure to become a favorite go-to recipe in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients:
4 Red Wattle pork chops
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)
1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Pork Chops: Pat dry the Red Wattle pork chops with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Sear the Pork Chops: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until nicely browned.
Add Herbs and Garlic: Reduce the heat to medium. Add minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary (or fresh herbs if using). Stir around the pork chops in the skillet for about 1 minute until the garlic and herbs are fragrant.
Transfer to Oven: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast the pork chops for 10-15 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium, using a meat thermometer to check.
Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and the meat to tenderize.
Serve: Plate the Red Wattle pork chops and spoon any pan juices over the top. Serve with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Enjoy your flavorful and tender Red Wattle pork chops with herbs!