Add some butter to the pan and a sprig of rosemary, maybe even a garlic clove or two while the chops cook, spooning the butter over the top to add more flavor, caramelization, and help tenderize ...

When it comes to pork chop thickness, you’re generally looking for meat that’s at least 3/4 inch thick. Super-thin chops will cook very quickly, so keep that in mind if you buy them.

Add 2 pork chops; cook, undisturbed, until browned on 1 side, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate, browned side up; repeat cooking process with remaining 2 pork chops. Set aside. Wipe skillet clean.

Lay the chops down on the uncooked side; add the butter, crushed garlic cloves, fresh thyme sprigs, fresh rosemary sprigs and/or fresh sage sprigs; and cook, regularly tilting the skillet and ...

When the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops to the skillet and cook until browned and the meat near the bone registers 145 degrees, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and let rest for ...