Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts These pan-seared pork chops are juicy and flavorful, and they're perfectly paired with roasted Brussels sprouts. The Brussels sprouts are tossed in a simple mixture of melted butter, salt, and pepper, and they're roasted until they're tender and slightly browned. This is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.
Pork chops are a classic dish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Pan-searing is a great way to cook pork chops because it gives them a nice golden brown crust while keeping them juicy and tender. Brussels sprouts are a healthy and delicious vegetable that can be roasted, sautéed, or steamed. Roasting Brussels sprouts brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly. This recipe for pan-seared pork chops with roasted Brussels sprouts is a simple and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are seasoned with salt and pepper and then pan-seared until they're golden brown. The Brussels sprouts are tossed in melted butter, salt, and pepper and then roasted until they're tender and slightly browned. The pork chops and Brussels sprouts are then served together with a simple pan sauce made from the pan drippings.
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds pork chops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Season pork chops with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  5. Transfer pork chops to a baking sheet and roast in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
  6. While the pork chops are cooking, toss Brussels sprouts with melted butter and spread on a baking sheet.
  7. Roast Brussels sprouts in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until tender and slightly browned.
  8. Serve pork chops with roasted Brussels sprouts.
Why It Works
  • Pan-searing the pork chops gives them a nice golden brown crust while keeping them juicy and tender.
  • Roasting the Brussels sprouts brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly.
  • The simple pan sauce made from the pan drippings adds a delicious flavor to the pork chops and Brussels sprouts.