Garlic Butter Pork Chops with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Juicy, golden-seared pork chops smothered in a rich garlic herb butter sauce and served with fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes. This comforting homemade dinner is packed with savory flavor and makes a delicious family meal that’s easy enough for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

For the Garlic Butter Pork Chops

4 boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

5 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed

1/2 cup warm whole milk

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/4 cup sour cream

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the potatoes. Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
2. Make the mashed potatoes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the warm pot. Add the butter, warm milk, sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth, creamy, and fluffy. Cover to keep warm.
3. Season the pork chops. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Sear until golden. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until a beautiful golden-brown crust develops.
5. Prepare the garlic butter. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, gently stirring to prevent burning.
6. Make the savory sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Add the red pepper flakes if desired. Stir gently, scraping up the browned bits from the skillet to build a flavorful sauce.
7. Finish cooking the pork. Spoon the garlic butter sauce repeatedly over the pork chops. Continue cooking until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops and allow them to rest for 3–5 minutes.
8. Finish the sauce. Let the garlic butter sauce simmer gently for another 1–2 minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.
9. Assemble the plates. Spoon generous portions of creamy mashed potatoes onto serving plates. Place the golden pork chops alongside the potatoes.
10. Serve warm. Drizzle the warm garlic butter sauce over the pork chops and mashed potatoes. Finish with extra parsley and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Closing

These Garlic Butter Pork Chops with Creamy Mashed Potatoes are tender, juicy, and coated in a deliciously rich garlic herb sauce. Paired with buttery mashed potatoes, they make a comforting homemade dinner that’s perfect for sharing with family.

Would you enjoy these juicy garlic butter pork chops with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables?