How to Make Pan-Fried Jerk Pork Chops - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to flavor-packed dishes, few things can rival the spicy, tangy, and aromatic profile of jerk seasoning. This traditional Jamaican spice blend adds depth and heat to any dish it touches, and it's especially delicious when used to flavor succulent pork chops.

In this recipe, we take the classic jerk seasoning and use it to infuse tender pork chops with a delicious combination of heat and savory flavors. The result is a dish that's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a w...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 (5 ounce) boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick
  • 2 medium limes, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 pork chops

  • Combine jerk seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Shake about 1 tablespoon jerk rub into the skillet. Add onions; cook and stir until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle 1/2 of the remaining jerk rub onto one side of each pork chop. Use a knife to poke 4 or 5 holes in each chop and pour 1/2 of the lime juice over top. Place chops, seasoned-side down, into the hot skillet.
  • Cook until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. While cooking, sprinkle remaining jerk rub onto the top side of the chops. Poke holes as before, and pour remaining lime juice over top. Flip chops and cook until browned and no longer pink in the center, another 5 to 7 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    248 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 2440mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 371mg