Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the butter, thyme, and garlic. Set aside.

Step 3

In a cast iron skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the skillet is really hot, add the pork chops. Sear until golden, about 2 minutes per side.

Step 4

Pour the garlic butter mixture over the pork chops. Place the skillet in the oven, and cook until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145ºF, about 10-14 minutes. The time depends on the thickness of your pork chops.*

Step 5

Remove from the oven. Using a spoon, pour some of the butter sauce left in the skillet onto the pork chops before serving.