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Four perfectly cooked, glazed pork chops resting on a wooden cutting board, ready to be served.

Juicy Skillet Pork Chops

This recipe for juicy skillet pork chops is perfect for when you crave a comforting and satisfying meal. It balances flavor and health, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups ice water
For the Pork Chops
  • 4 center-cut pork rib chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
For the Basic Rub
  • 3 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Large resealable plastic bag
  • 13x9-in. baking dish
  • Small bowl
  • Grill
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, combine salt, sugar and 2 cups water. Cook and stir over medium heat until salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from heat. Add 2 cups ice water to cool brine to room temperature.
  2. Place pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag. Add cooled brine. Seal bag, pressing out as much air as possible. Turn to coat chops. Place in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate 8-12 hours.
  3. Remove chops from brine. Rinse and pat dry. Discard brine. Brush both sides of chops with oil. In a small bowl, mix rub ingredients. Rub over pork chops. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  4. Grill chops on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°F. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

This recipe was developed by Chef Maria Rodriguez, Founder & Executive Recipe Developer. It is designed for home cooks who enjoy comforting, satisfying meals and are looking for inspiration on how to elevate their pork chop preparations. It caters especially to those who appreciate easy-to-follow recipes that balance flavor and health, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings.

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