Description
Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Beef Chops are a quick and delightful dinner option that combines a crispy, golden crust with a juicy, tender interior. This flavorful dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Enhanced by the richness of garlic butter, these beef chops promise to be an unforgettable meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 beef chops (bone-in or boneless, about 1 inch thick)
- 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme for garnish – optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Mince the garlic and season both sides of the beef chops with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat the Skillet: In a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil until shimmering.
- Sear the Beef Chops: Place seasoned beef chops in the hot skillet and sear each side for 4–5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter and minced garlic. Baste the beef chops with melted garlic butter for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from skillet when cooked to your desired doneness, let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Allow beef to come to room temperature before cooking for even doneness. Customize seasoning by adding your favorite herbs. For extra flavor, consider using flavored oils or infused butters.