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Tender seared pork chops meet a bright, tangy lemon-caper pan sauce in this simple yet elegant dish. It’s a perfect balance of richness and acidity—ready in under 30 minutes and ideal for both weeknights and special occasions.

🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• 2 tbsp capers, drained
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• Optional: fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

🔥 Instructions

Season and Sear:
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the pork chops and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté the Garlic:
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.

Deglaze with Broth and Lemon:
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Add Capers and Butter:
Stir in the capers and butter. Let the sauce simmer for another 2 minutes, whisking to emulsify and thicken slightly.

Return the Pork:
Place the pork chops back into the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for 1–2 minutes more to reheat and coat with flavor.

Garnish and Serve:
Plate the chops, pour over the lemon-caper sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up that amazing sauce.

📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Pork Chops in Lemon-Caper Sauce

• 🍳 Heavy-Duty Skillet — Retains heat and gives pork chops a perfect golden crust.
• 🍋 Citrus Juicer — Get every last drop of fresh lemon juice with ease.
• 🥄 Stainless Steel Slotted Spoon — Ideal for spooning the flavorful sauce over your chops.
• 🧈 Butter Warmer Pan — Perfect for melting butter evenly and gently while finishing sauces.

💡 Helpful Tip: For even more flavor, you can brine the pork chops for 30 minutes before cooking—just a mix of salt, water, and a little sugar. It keeps them juicy and enhances the savory depth of the dish.