Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan

Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in one pan is a quick, family-friendly dinner idea. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the technique for juicy, tender chops every time. The crispy edges and fresh, tangy sauce make this dish irresistible. Try it with my Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Flavorful Firecracker Hot Dogs and Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes.

What You'll Need for Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 4 boneless pork chops
• 3 lemons
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: Red pepper flakes

How to Make Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan

1. Prepare the pork: Season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil.
2. Cook the pork: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add lemon juice, lemon slices, and remaining olive oil. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Finish the dish: Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon sauce over them. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until pork is cooked through. Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (optional).

Storing & Reheating Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the pork and make the sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.

Freezing Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan

Freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp up in a hot skillet.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Best substitution: Chicken breasts can be used instead of pork chops.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the pork and make the sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce isn't thickening, try cooking it down longer or adding a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water).

Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

15 mins

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Total

25 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free, Low-carb

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork chops
• 3 lemons
• 6 cloves garlic

Seasonings

• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Prepare the pork: Season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil.
2. Cook the pork: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add lemon juice, lemon slices, and remaining olive oil. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Finish the dish: Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon sauce over them. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until pork is cooked through. Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (optional).

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Best substitution: Chicken breasts can be used instead of pork chops.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the pork and make the sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce isn't thickening, try cooking it down longer or adding a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water).

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp up in a hot skillet.
• Make ahead: Prepare the pork and make the sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 22g
• Carbs: 6g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sat. Fat: 4g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Lemon Garlic Pork Chops in One Pan and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!