Pan Seared Pork Chops With Glazed Carrots Recipe

Name: Pan Seared Pork Chops With Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pork chops, 1/2-inch thick, center cut (or steaks); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (to taste); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons peanut oil; Glazed Carrots; 2 carrots; 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme; olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 orange, juice of

Servings: persons

2 pork chops, 1/2-inch thick, center cut (or steaks)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (to taste)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons peanut oil
Glazed Carrots
2 carrots
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 orange, juice of

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0F Dredge the pork chops (or steaks) in the spices (except oil). Let them sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavor of the spices.
2
Heat frying pan (that is oven safe) over medium high heat with the oil. Place the chops/steaks into the heated pan and sear until golden brown (about 5 minutes each side).
3
Cut carrots into thin slices and toss them in a bowl with the thyme, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add the carrots to the saute pan with the pork chops.
4
Place the saute pan into the oven for about 10 minutes or until chops are cooked thru.
5
Remove the chops/steaks from the pan onto serving plates, and leaving the carrots, deglaze the pan with the orange juice.
6
Place carrots atop the chops and drizzle with glaze.

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pork chops, 1/2-inch thick, center cut (or steaks), 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pan Seared Pork Chops With Glazed Carrots

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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