Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

Succulent, pan-seared bone-in pork chops served alongside creamy, buttery mashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic and fresh chives for a comforting, balanced meal.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 30 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 2 lb yukon gold potatoes peeled and
• 4 tbsp butter
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp chives
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Cooking instructions

1. Peel the potatoes and cut into 1-inch cubes. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water by 1 inch, and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil and simmer until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. (about 15 min)
2. While potatoes cook, pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 0.5 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from pan and let rest on a plate for 5 minutes. (about 10 min)
4. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat for 1 minute to dry. Remove from heat and add the butter, milk, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Mash until smooth, then stir in chopped chives.
5. Serve the pork chops immediately alongside the warm mashed potatoes.