Pan-Frying Pork Chops
Learn how to pan-frying pork chops perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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15min
Cook Time
🌡️
Medium-High
Pan Temperature
300-350°F / 150-175°C
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0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Portion Weight
Per adult serving
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145-160°F / 65-70°C
Internal Temperature
Safe to Well Done
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Pat pork chops dry with paper towels
- 2Season both sides with salt and pepper
- 3Heat oil in heavy skillet over medium-high heat
- 4Sear chops 4-5 minutes per side until golden
- 5Check internal temperature reaches 145-160°F / 65-70°C (safe to well done)
- 6Rest 5 minutes before serving
Expert Tips for Pan-Frying
- 💡Don't move chops while searing
- 💡Use meat thermometer for safety
- 💡Slight pink is safe at 145-160°F / 65-70°C (safe to well done)
Pork Chops Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | 145°F / 65°C | Slightly pink center is acceptable |
| Well Done | 160°F / 70°C | No pink remaining, fully cooked through |
Pork Chops Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking pork chops.
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Cook to proper internal temperature
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Use food thermometer
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your pork chops is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Pork Chops
🐷Pork Chops
🔥
Grilling⏱️
Cook Time
15min
🔥
Grill Temperature
Medium-High
400-450°F / 204-232°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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🐷Pork Chops
☁️
Smoking⏱️
Cook Time
1h
🔥
Smoker Temperature
225°F / 105°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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🐷Pork Chops
⏱️
Slow Cooking⏱️
Cook Time
4h
🔥
Slow Cooker Temperature
Low
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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🐷Pork Chops
🌡️
Sous-vide⏱️
Cook Time
2h
🔥
Cooking Temperature
140°F / 60°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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