Grilled Pork Chops with Potatoes & Garlic Butter | Easy Dinner Recipe
You will love this Grilled Pork Chops with Potatoes & Garlic Butter | Easy Dinner Recipe
Fire up your grill! This grilled pork chops recipe delivers ridiculously juicy meat melting under rich compound butter. When you crave comfort, nothing beats these garlic butter pork chops. Paired with crispy roasted veggies, these pork chops and potatoes create an unforgettable meal. Impress everyone with bold flavors that will instantly become your ultimate weeknight triumph.
Ingredients
Equipment:
Directions
- Season the chops with the sliced garlic cloves and salt.
- Cook the potatoes with the skin in salted water.
- Once cooked remove their skins and cut them in half.
- Place them in a greased baking tray with olive oil and sprinkle them with lemon thyme and freshly ground pepper, drizzle with a little olive oil and bake until they are roasted. (If you do not like lemon thyme, you can flavor the potatoes with rosemary which is also delicious).
- Sauté the courgette, red pepper and leek in olive oil with salt and freshly ground pepper and set aside.
- Grill the chops on a grill.
- Once grilled, place pieces of garlic butter and herbs on top and serve immediately accompanied with the potatoes, thyme and the stir-fried vegetables.
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use regular unsalted butter mixed with minced garlic and fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or chives as a substitute for garlic butter. Alternatively, you can use olive oil mixed with garlic and herbs for a lighter option.
Allow the grilled pork chops and cooked vegetables to cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can be kept for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
If your pork chops are overcooked and tough, try slicing them thinly against the grain and serving them with a sauce or gravy to add moisture. You can also use them in a stir-fry or salad to disguise the texture.
Recommended Drink Pairings
Wine
Portuguese: Alentejo Red - This wine's rich fruit flavors and balanced tannins complement the savory notes of the grilled pork chops beautifully.
General: Chardonnay - A medium-bodied Chardonnay with a touch of oak enhances the garlic butter and herb flavors while balancing the dish's richness.
Beer
Portuguese: Super Bock - This lager's crispness and light bitterness provide a refreshing contrast to the savory pork and creamy garlic butter.
General: Pilsner - A clean and refreshing Pilsner will cut through the richness of the dish while enhancing its flavors with a subtle hop aroma.
Other Beverages
Lemonade: The bright acidity and sweetness of lemonade will complement the garlic and herbs while providing a refreshing contrast to the rich pork chops.
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