🍽️ Garlic Herb Pork Chops and Baby Potatoes (One-Pan Dinner Recipe)

Looking for a comforting, flavorful, and easy dinner idea? These Garlic Herb Pork Chops and Baby Potatoes are a perfect one-pan meal for busy weeknights. Juicy pork chops are seared with garlic and herbs, then roasted alongside tender baby potatoes for a complete, satisfying dinner the whole family will love.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✔️ One-pan meal = easy cleanup

• ✔️ Ready in about 35 minutes

• ✔️ Simple, wholesome ingredients

• ✔️ Perfect for family dinners & meal prep

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• 🛒 Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)

  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp dried rosemary

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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  👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Toss baby potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, half the garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Spread on a baking sheet.

  3. Roast potatoes for 15 minutes.

  4. Meanwhile, season pork chops with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.

  5. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp olive oil.

  6. Sear pork chops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.

  7. Add butter and remaining garlic to the pan.

  8. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until pork reaches 145°F.

  9. Add roasted potatoes to the pan, toss gently, and garnish with parsley.

  10. Serve hot.

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  🔥 Tips for Perfect Pork Chops

  • Use bone-in pork chops for extra juiciness.

  • Don’t overcook — internal temp should be 145°F.

  • Add lemon zest or Dijon mustard for a flavor boost.

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  🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.