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Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe

Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe

A thick, juicy steakhouse-style pork chop inspired by Perry’s famous pork chop, featuring a simple brine, flavorful seasoning, slow roasting, and a buttery caramelized finish that creates tender, restaurant-quality results at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Steakhouse
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork & Brine
  • 2 –4 pieces Bone-in pork chops 2–3 inches thick
  • 4 cups Water For brine
  • 1/4 cup Kosher salt Moisture retention
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar Flavor balance
  • 3 cloves Garlic Lightly smashed
  • 1 tsp Peppercorns Optional
Seasoning & Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For searing
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter Finishing
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika Adds smoky flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder —
  • 1 tsp Onion powder —
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper Optional heat
  • 1 tsp Fresh thyme or rosemary Optional
  • 2 tsp White sugar For caramelizing
  • 1 tsp Minced garlic Butter finish

Equipment

  • 1 Cast iron skillet Oven-safe preferred
  • 1 Meat thermometer Essential for accurate doneness
  • 1 Mixing bowl For brine and seasoning
  • 1 Baking dish Use if skillet isn’t oven safe
  • 1 Tongs For safe handling
  • 1 Small saucepan For butter finishing
  • 1 Aluminum foil For resting meat

Method
 

Preparation
    Step 1:
    1. In a bowl, dissolve kosher salt and brown sugar in warm water. Add garlic and peppercorns, then cool completely.
      Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
    Step 2:
    1. Submerge pork chops in the brine and refrigerate for 6–12 hours.
      Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
    Step 3:
    1. Remove pork from brine, rinse lightly, and pat completely dry. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
      Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
    Seasoning
      Step 4:
      1. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne. Rub generously over all sides of the pork chops.
        Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
      Cooking
        Step 5:
        1. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
        Step 6:
        1. Sear pork chops for about 3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
        Step 7:
        1. Add butter, minced garlic, and herbs. Spoon melted butter over the pork briefly.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
        Step 8:
        1. Transfer skillet to a preheated 300°F oven and roast until internal temperature reaches 140°F.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
        2. Caramelizing & Finishing
        Step 9:
        1. Sprinkle white sugar lightly over the pork chops and place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes until caramelized.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
        Step 10:
        1. Remove from oven, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 10 minutes until temperature reaches 145°F.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe
        Step 11:
        1. Spoon garlic butter from the pan over the pork and serve immediately.
          Perry’s Pork Chop Recipe

        Notes

        • Always use a meat thermometer for best results.
        • Thick pork chops stay juicier and are harder to overcook.
        • Resting the meat is essential to keep juices inside.
        • Watch carefully during caramelizing since sugar burns quickly.
        • Leftovers reheat best in a low oven covered with foil.