Perfectly Cooked Pan-Seared Pork Chops: A Juicy and Flavorful Delight

TLDRLearn how to cook perfectly cooked pan-seared pork chops with a juicy and flavorful result. Seasoned with Auntie Nono's Steakhouse seasoned salt and restaurant-style black pepper, these thick chops are seared to perfection and then finished in the oven for moist and tender meat. The addition of butter creates a delicious pan gravy to pour over the chops. Cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees, these chops are an excellent alternative to a well-cooked steak.

Key insights

🔥Pan-searing pork chops before finishing them in the oven creates a juicy and flavorful result.

🌡️Cooking the pork chops to an internal temperature of 145 degrees ensures they are safe to eat.

🧂Seasoning the chops with Auntie Nono's Steakhouse seasoned salt and restaurant-style black pepper adds superb flavor.

🔪Using thick-cut pork chops is important to prevent them from drying out during cooking.

🍽️Serving the pork chops with a vegetable medley or green vegetables and potatoes complements the dish perfectly.

Q&A

What is the internal temperature that the pork chops should be cooked to?

—Cook the pork chops to an internal temperature of 145 degrees.

How long should the pork chops rest after cooking?

—Allow the pork chops to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the juices absorb back into the meat.

What seasoning should I use for the pork chops?

—Season the chops with Auntie Nono's Steakhouse seasoned salt and restaurant-style black pepper for superb flavor.

Can I use thin-cut pork chops for this recipe?

—It is recommended to use thick-cut pork chops to prevent them from drying out during cooking.

What should I serve with the pork chops?

—Serve the pork chops with a vegetable medley or green vegetables and potatoes for a well-balanced meal.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to cook perfectly cooked pan-seared pork chops.

00:08The pork chops are seasoned with Auntie Nono's Steakhouse seasoned salt and restaurant-style black pepper.

00:23They are seared in a stainless steel pan with olive oil for about five to six minutes on each side.

01:11After searing, the pork chops are transferred to a 350-degree oven to cook them through.

02:22A couple of tablespoons of butter are added to the pan to baste the pork chops and create a pan gravy.

03:12The pork chops are checked for doneness with an internal temperature of 145 degrees.

04:08The chops are allowed to rest for a few minutes before slicing, ensuring juicy and tender meat.

04:29The presenter shows the final result of the perfectly cooked pork chops and recommends serving them with vegetables and potatoes.

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