How to Cook Thin Pork Chops Without Drying Them Out (Easy Recipe!)
Cooking thin pork chops can be tricky. It's easy to overcook them and end up with dry, tough meat. But with the right technique, you can make juicy, flavorful pork chops that are anything but dry. This is our favorite way to cook thin pork chops without drying them out.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 thin cut pork chops
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- salt and black pepper , to taste
For the Marinade:
- 2½ tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic , minced
Instructions
- Place all the marinade ingredients in a large ziplock bag. Shake to combine.
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and season them with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Place the chops in the marinade, making sure they are fully covered with the seasonings. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet (I use cast iron skillet) on medium-high heat and add some oil or butter. When the pan is hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3 minutes on each side until they are well-browned and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Baste both sides of the chops with the leftover marinade directly in the hot pan, then cook each side for 30 more seconds.
- Transfer the thin chops to a plate or cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes before cutting so that all of the juices stay inside instead of running out onto your plate! ENJOY!
Nutrition
Calories: 301kcal
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