Best 11 Thyme Pork Chops Recipes

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Thyme pork chops are a delicious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of thyme and pork creates a unique and tantalizing taste that is sure to please even the most discerning palate. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elegant dish for a special occasion, thyme pork chops are a great choice. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will be sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

PORK CHOPS WITH CRANBERRY-THYME PAN SAUCE



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Categories     Sauté     Cranberry     Pork Chop     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
2 5- to 6-ounce boneless pork chops
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup cranberry sauce
3 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Sauté pork until brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer pork to plate. Add wine to same skillet. Bring to simmer, scraping up browned bits in bottom of pan. Stir in remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly reduced, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Return pork and any juices to skillet. Cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Transfer pork to plates. Spoon sauce over and serve.

BRAISED PORK LOIN CHOPS WITH THYME-LEMON SAUCE



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Haven't made this yet, but the recipe looks delicious and easy -- plus, it's both lowfat and lowcal! From epicurious.com.

Provided by Lizzie-Babette

Categories     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 thin-cut boneless pork chops
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup low-fat milk (1%)

Steps:

  • Put pork in large glass baking dish.
  • Mix 2 T lemon juice, thyme, lemon peel and garlic in small bowl and rub mix over both sides of chops.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour,& up to 1 day.
  • Put pork chops on baking sheet, sprinkling each lightly with flour, then salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat.
  • Working in batches, add pork to skillet and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side.
  • Return all pork to skillet.
  • Add milk and boil until pork is cooked through and sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute (add more flour, if needed to thicken).
  • Transfer chops to platter.
  • Whisk remaining 1 T lemon juice into sauce in skillet and stir to blend, about 30 seconds.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then pour sauce over pork and serve.

THYME-MARINATED PORK CHOPS



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A garlic and thyme marinade and a crisp bread-crumb coating enhance these juicy chops. "They're great for an everyday dinner or even when you want to have a special meal for two," says Allyson Harms of Edmond, Oklahoma.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine the wine or broth, 1 tablespoon thyme and garlic; add pork. Seal bag and shake to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Turn and refrigerate 30 minutes longer., Drain and discard marinade. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, salt, pepper and remaining thyme. Coat pork chops on both sides with crumb mixture. In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook pork in oil for 8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and a thermometer reads 160°.

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PORK CHOPS WITH CRANBERRY-THYME SAUCE -CROCK POT RECIPE



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Make and share this Pork Chops With Cranberry-Thyme Sauce -Crock Pot Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Starfire aka Wendy

Categories     Pork

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, melted
24 ounces boneless pork chops
1 cup white wine
1 cup cranberry sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Lightly brown the pork chops in a skillet. In a small bowl, combine the butter, cranberry sauce and white wine.
  • Arrange the pork chops in the bottom of the stoneware. Sprinkle the salt and pepper, onions and thyme over the pork chops.
  • Pour the sauce into the stoneware and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 4 to 6 hours.

THYME & GARLIC PORK CHOPS WITH EGG NOODLES IN SOUR CREAM SAUCE



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Categories     Pork     Dinner

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bone-in pork chops, at room temperature
2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, divided
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup boiling water
1 beef bullion cube
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1/2 package egg noodles
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a large pot of salted water onto boil. Heat the vegetable oil in a large straight sided skillet over medium high heat. Rub the pork chops on both sides with the cut side of the halved garlic. Then season both sides with salt and pepper and sprinkle with 1 tsp thyme. You can use more if you like the flavor. Place the pork chops in the skillet and allow them to brown. About 5 minutes on each side - more or less depending on your cook top. When they're golden brown and firm to the touch you know you're done. Remove the pork chops and place them on a plate to rest. Add the onions to the skillet and let saute for a few minutes then add the garlic and remaining thyme and cook until the onions are translucent. Dissolve the bullion cube in the boiling water. Combine the flour and the sour cream. Add the egg noodles to the boiling water. Add the beef bullion water to the skillet. Make sure you scrape up all the yummy bits! Add the sour cream to the skillet and combine well. Season the sauce with salt & pepper to taste. Drain the noodles and toss them with the sauce. Serve!

BONELESS PORK CHOPS WITH MUSHROOM & THYME



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Categories     Pork     Dinner

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 5-ounce boneless center-cut pork loin chops, trimmed and pounded to 1/4 inch thick
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 tsp olive oil
2 medium shallots, minced (about 4 Tbsp)
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tsp dijon mustard
2 tsp chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • 1. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add the pork chops and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, 2 - 3 minutes per side. Transfer to serving plate; tent with foil to keep warm. 2. Swirl oil into the pan, add shallot and cook, stirring until soft, about 30 seconds. Add mushrooms, and cook stirring occasionally, unitl they soften and begin to brown, about 2 minutes. Add stock and cook for 15 second. Stir in mustard, thyme and any juices that have accumulated from the pork; cook until the suace is thickened and slightly reduced, 1 - 2 minutes more. Spoon the sauce over the pork chops and serve immediately.

BREADED PORK CHOPS WITH THYME



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These delicious pork chops are made with panko, a Japanese variety of flaky bread crumb that tends to be lighter, crispier, and crunchier than Western bread crumbs. Also Try:Potato and Leek Gratin, Poached Pears with Stilton

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup plus 2 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more as needed
1 cup sugar
10 whole black peppercorns
4 (2-inch) pieces orange zest
4 (1 1/2-inch-thick) bone-in center cut pork chops
1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more as needed
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup safflower oil

Steps:

  • Fill a large saucepan with 6 cups water. Add 1 cup salt, sugar, peppercorns, and orange zest. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until salt and sugar have dissolved; remove from heat and let brine mixture cool completely. Transfer to a large, deep bowl.
  • Add pork chops to cooled brine mixture and transfer to refrigerator; let marinate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Fit a rimmed baking sheet with a rack and set aside.
  • Remove pork from brine mixture and pat dry; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a shallow dish, mix together panko, thyme, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; set aside. Place flour in a second shallow dish and egg in a third shallow dish.
  • Carefully dredge each pork chop in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip each pork chop in egg to fully coat. Finally, dredge pork chops in panko mixture to coat, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat safflower oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork chops to skillet and cook, turning once, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to prepared baking sheet and put in oven. Continue cooking until pork is cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.

BONELESS PORK CHOPS WITH MUSHROOMS & THYME



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Categories     Pork

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

· 2 5-ounce boneless, center-cut pork loin chops, trimmed and pounded to 1/4 inch thick (see Tip)
· 1/4 teaspoon salt
· 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
· 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
· 1 medium shallot, minced
· 1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms, (about 4 ounces)
· 1/2 cup dry vermouth
· 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
· 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • 1. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add the pork chops and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to 2 serving plates; tent with foil to keep warm. 2. Swirl oil into the pan, add shallot and cook, stirring, until soft, about 30 seconds. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to brown, about 2 minutes. Add vermouth and cook for 15 seconds. Stir in mustard, thyme and any juices that have accumulated from the pork; cook until the sauce is thickened and slightly reduced, 1 to 2 minutes more. Spoon the sauce over the pork chops and serve immediately.

CREAM OF MUSHROOM AND THYME PORK CHOPS



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This quick dinner is absolutely yummy! Everyone always wonders what I put on my chops, and you wouldnt believe the flavor you get with the thyme! Add mashed potatoes and corn, and you have a full, delicious meal in no time!

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Pork

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pork chops
salt
pepper
thyme
onion salt
1 can cream of mushroom soup

Steps:

  • Put pork chops in frying pan.
  • Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and onion salt.
  • Over medium high heat, brown chops on each side for about 7-9 minutes.
  • Add cream of mushroom soup, put on lid an simmer for 5 minutes.
  • I usually have mashed potatoes for the gravy-- it is wonderful!

PORK CHOPS WITH CREAMY MUSTARD THYME SAUCE



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These pork chops are one reason to welcome fall! Easy to prepare, yet fabulously delicious, they are a great option on a weeknight. You'll start these on the stove and then finish in the oven.

Provided by Jennifer H

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8-10 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 medium shallot, thinly sliced into rounds
3 Tbsp butter
4 boneless pork chops
1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
3/4 c chicken broth
1 c half and half or cream
2 Tbsp grainy mustard
1 Tbsp worchestershire
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • 2. Melt 2 T butter in an oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and saute until soft and lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • 3. Melt remaining butter in the same skillet over low heat. Add shallot and saute gently until soft, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • 4. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat the same skillet over medium-high heat and sear pork chops on one side, about 2 minutes. Turn and sear the other side, roughly the same time. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 5. Return the same skillet to medium heat. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping bits from the bottom. Whisk in cream, thyme leaves, mustard and worschestershire. Simmer until well incorporated and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and shallots. Return pork chops and juices to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the chops and turn off the burner.
  • 6. Place the skillet in the preheated oven and finish for 20-35 minutes, depending on the thickness of the pork.

THYME PORK CHOPS



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This is a quick, easy to fix meal. Cook on the grill or use your oven broiler. I put this together to cook some pork chops on the spur of the moment. I cooked them under the broiler and the results were delicious. It also worked great later cooking the meat over a charcoal grill.

Provided by J. White Harris

Categories     Steaks and Chops

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large pork chops, or 1 for each person
1 tsp fresh thyme, choppe
2 Tbsp olive oil
zest of 1 lime
juice from 1 lime
2 clove garlic, finely chopped
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl combine thyme, olive oil, zest, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • 2. Put pork chops in a shallow baking dish and pour mixture over the top. Turn chops to be sure they are coated with mixture on both sides. Put this into the refrigerator and allow to marinate for 1 to 4 hours.
  • 3. Preheat grill or turn broiler on high. Cook for 13 to 15 minutes turning meat half way through cooking time. Serve with a salad and a side dish. Enjoy a delicious meal.

Tips:

  • To ensure the pork chops are cooked evenly throughout, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The chops should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, 155°F (68°C) for medium, or 165°F (74°C) for well-done.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check the chops for doneness by cutting into one of them. The meat should be slightly pink in the center for medium-rare, slightly less pink for medium, and completely white with no pink for well-done.
  • To prevent the pork chops from drying out, don't overcook them. Overcooked pork chops will be tough and chewy.
  • To add extra flavor to the pork chops, you can marinate them for at least 30 minutes before cooking. You can use a variety of marinades, such as a simple olive oil and garlic marinade, a citrus-based marinade, or a spice-rub marinade.
  • If you're cooking the pork chops in a skillet, make sure the skillet is hot before you add the chops. This will help to sear the chops and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • To add a crispy crust to the pork chops, sear them in a hot skillet for a few minutes per side before reducing the heat and cooking them through.
  • You can serve pork chops with a variety of side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you're grilling, pan-frying, or baking them, there's a pork chop recipe out there for everyone. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a flavorful and satisfying pork chop meal that your family and friends will love.

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