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Blackened Pork Chops

Sliced pork chops on a plate with sauteed greens.
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This 15-minute pork chop recipe is the easiest dinner recipe you'll make all week! Blackened Pork Chops are coated with a blackening seasoning blend, seared in a cast iron skillet, and can be served with any side dish! Not only are these pork chops delicious, they're also low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. bone-in pork chops
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil - divided
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Lay the pork chops out on a plate and pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Make your blackening seasoning blend by mixing all of the dried herbs, spices, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.  
  3. Lightly rub both sides of the pork chops with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  4. Generously season both sides of the pork chops with the blackening blend.  Use your fingers to press the seasoning into the pork chops. 
  5. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.  When the oil is hot, place the pork chops into the skillet in a single, even layer.  Do not let the pork chops overlap and allow for some space around each pork chop.  If your pan seems too crowded, then complete this step in separate batches. 
  6. Blacken the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side.  Do not try to move the pork chops around the pan while they're cooking.  Use a metal spatula to gently flip the pork chops.  Add more oil to your pan as needed.
  7. The pork chops will be done when they've reached an internal temperature of at least 145°F.  
  8. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.  Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • I use up every last bit of my blackening blend when making this recipe. If you want to cook more than 4 regular-sized pork chops, you'll need to double (or triple) the seasoning blend. 
  • Pork chops cook really fast! Keep an eye on them and use a digital meat thermometer to check for doneness. They'll be done faster than you think!  
  • The nutrition information shown below is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.  It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice. 

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