Easy Greek pork chops
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Easy Greek pork chops
Description
This recipe features thick-cut pork chops that are marinated for at least 30 minutes to up to 24 hours in a mixture of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, chopped rosemary, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. The acid in the lemon juice tenderizes the meat while the herbs and garlic provide aromatic seasoning.
After marination, the pork chops are cooked on a hot skillet or griddle pan for about 5 to 6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden brown and cooked through. Additional time is spent searing the fat side to render and crisp it, adding flavor and texture. The chops rest covered after cooking to retain juices.
Serving suggestions include any preferred side dishes as the pork chops carry the main flavor focus. The marinade provides a classic Greek profile with bright citrus and savory herbs that complement the richness of the pork.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup lemon juice fresh
- 3 tsp oregano dried
- 2 tsp rosemary chopped
- 4 garlic minced/crushed, cloves
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 pork chops rind removed, thick cut
Instructions
- Whisk together all the marinade ingredients then pour over the pork chops. Allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes but up to 24 hours, covered in the fridge. (Allow chops to come to room temperature before cooking.)
- To cook, pre-heat a skillet/griddle pan then cook the pork chops for 5-6 minutes (depending on thickness) per side until golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes on the fat side to render the fat and allow it to crisp. Remove the chops from the pan and allow rest for 5 minutes, covered with foil.
- Serve the chops with side dishes of your choice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1228mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 542mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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