These Basil, Lemon, Garlic Pork Chops are very flavorful. The basil, lemon garlic combo really takes these chops to a whole new level.
Yields: 4 Servings
Ingredients
4 pork chops
Basil Garlic Rub
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 cup fresh basil, packed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
1Put the garlic, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a food processor and process until mixed to make wet rub. Spread both sides of pork chops with basil mixture. Marinate for 30 minutes.
2Preheat oven to 375° F.
3Sear both sides of the chops, about 3 - 4 minutes per side in a skillet.
4Transfer the skillet with the pork chops to the preheated oven and roast for about 6 to 8 minutes. The pork chops should register at least 145° F on an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the meat.