Juicy Pan-Seared Pork Chops With Citrus Dressing

Name: Juicy Pan-Seared Pork Chops With Citrus Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pork chops, 1/2-inch thick bone-in; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 garlic clove, finely grated; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 bunch cilantro leaf, with tender stems chopped

Servings: persons

4 pork chops, 1/2-inch thick bone-in
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon sugar, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 bunch cilantro leaf, with tender stems chopped

1
Season pork chops generously on one side with salt and pepper. Turn and season other side generously, then sprinkle evenly with 1/2 teaspoons sugar.
2
Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Carefully add chops sugared side down and cook, gently shaking skillet occasionally but not disturbing pork, until underside is caramelized and chops are deeply browned all over, about 5 minutes. Turn chops and reduce heat to low. Cook just until second side is opaque, about 1 minute. Remove skillet from heat and let chops rest 10 minutes in skillet (the cooking will carry over and finish the chops while they rest).
3
Meanwhile, whisk lemon zest and juice, garlic, mustard, oregano, cumin, and remaining 1/2 teaspoons sugar in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in remaining 1/4 cup oil until emulsified. Fold in cilantro and season with salt and lots of pepper.
4
Spoon half of dressing onto a platter. Transfer chops to platter, then whisk any juices that have accumulated in skillet into remaining dressing. Spoon dressing over top of pork. Swipe pork through dressing as you eat.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pork chops, 1/2-inch thick bone-in, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, 1 teaspoon sugar, divided, and more.

Yes, Juicy Pan-Seared Pork Chops With Citrus Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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