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QUICK OVEN-BRAISED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC AND HERBS

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QUICK OVEN-BRAISED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC AND HERBS

QUICK OVEN-BRAISED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC AND HERBS

This easy and flavorful pork chop recipe is perfect for busy days, ready in just 30 minutes. Served alongside creamy mashed potatoes or polenta to soak up the delicious pan sauce, it’s a comforting and satisfying meal. You can also prepare lamb chops similarly, swapping bay leaf and thyme for anchovy fillets in the sauce.

πŸ₯£ Ingredients

  • 5 pork chop slices, about 1 cm thick (bone-in, boneless, or with rind)
  • 1 head garlic
  • 150 ml chicken broth
  • 100 ml dry white wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 sprig dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Sweet paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Tray
  • Preheat oven to 220Β°C (428Β°F).
  • Place an ovenproof tray large enough to fit the chops in a single layer inside the oven to warm.
  1. Prepare Garlic and Season Pork
  • Peel garlic cloves, leaving skins on. Slightly crush each clove with the flat side of a knife to flatten.
  • Season pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and sweet paprika.
  1. Sear Garlic and Pork
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Fry garlic cloves until golden, about 1 minute, then remove and set aside.
  • Sear pork chops in the same skillet, about 2 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Remove chops from skillet.
  1. Make Sauce
  • Add white wine, bay leaf, and thyme to skillet. Boil for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  • Add chicken broth and simmer until liquid reduces by half (about 3–5 minutes).
  1. Bake
  • Arrange pork chops in the preheated tray in a single layer.
  • Scatter garlic cloves between the chops.
  • Pour the wine sauce over the chops.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Leaving garlic skins on adds mellow sweetness and prevents burning.
  • Preheating the baking tray helps maintain cooking temperature for even roasting.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste and add fresh herbs if available.
  • Polenta or mashed potatoes are perfect for soaking up the sauce.

πŸ“ Final Thoughts

This quick oven-braised pork chops recipe combines tender, juicy meat with a fragrant garlic and herb sauce. It’s an ideal weekday dinner that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or comfort.