Bright, buttery comfort with a fresh citrus finish
If you’re looking for a dinner that feels comforting but not heavy, these Lemon Butter Pork Chops hit the sweet spot. They’re golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a silky garlic-butter sauce with just the right hit of fresh lemon.
This is the kind of recipe that works any night of the week. It’s simple, satisfying, and comes together in one pan — but still feels a little special when it hits the table.
Made with Nutrafarms’ Ontario-raised pork chops, this dish is proof that great ingredients don’t need much fuss.
🛒 Ingredients
- Nutrafarms Ontario-raised pork chops
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1–2 tbsp butter
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp basil pesto
- ¾ cup broth of choice
- Fresh lemon (for juice)
- Oil, for cooking
🍳 Instructions
1. Coat the Pork Chops
In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.Lightly coat the pork chops, shaking off any excess flour.
2. Sear Until Golden
Heat a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil.
Cook the pork chops for about 4 minutes per side, until golden.
Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Build the Sauce
In the same pan, add butter.
Once melted, stir in garlic, oregano, and basil pesto.
Let everything simmer for about 2 minutes, until fragrant.
4. Simmer & Thicken
Pour in the broth and let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly.
5. Finish the Pork Chops
Return the pork chops to the pan along with any juices.Baste in the sauce for about 2 minutes — the flour helps thicken everything beautifully.
Finish with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon.
🍽️ Serve & Enjoy
Serve warm with your favourite vegetables, rice, or enjoy them just as they are.Simple, bright, and deeply comforting — the kind of meal you’ll come back to again and again.
Why Nutrafarms Pork Chops?
Nutrafarms pork comes from Ontario-raised, cage-free heritage pigs, raised with care and transparency. The result is pork that’s tender, flavourful, and easy to cook without drying out — perfect for weeknight meals like this one.
👉 Want to taste the difference for yourself? Explore our grass-fed beef options here.
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