Skillet Pork Chops

Step 1

Place pork chops in a shallow dish. Mix together ½ cup olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper in a bowl. Pour this marinade over the pork chops. Marinate at least 30 minutes.

Step 2

Heat remaining oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chops from the marinating, scraping off most of the garlic. Add the chops to the skillet and sear for 1 minute per side.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium. Continue cooking the pork chops, flipping them about every minute, until the internal temperature reaches 135ºF (the temperature will continue to increase).

Step 4

Remove the skillet from heat. Baste the chops with melted butter and more fresh herbs.

Step 5

Rest for 5 minutes, then serve.