Evil Dr. Porkchop Pork Chops
Inspired by Hamm's villainous alter ego, Evil Dr. Porkchop, these juicy bone-in pork chops are seasoned with simple pantry spices and seared until perfectly golden brown. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for movie night.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Remove the pork chops from the refrigerator 20-30 minutes before cooking.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
- Rub the pork chops with olive oil, then season generously on both sides with the spice mixture.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. As the butter melts, spoon it over the pork chops for 1-2 minutes.
- Continue cooking until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
For the juiciest pork chops, avoid overcooking. A meat thermometer is your best friend here. Pull the chops at 145°F and let them rest before serving to lock in all those flavorful juices.