Everything Bagel Pork Chops, seasoned with Everything Bagel Seasoning, slathered with Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese. Whether you sear the Pork Chops, reverse Sear or Bake, it's that combination of Everything Bagel Seasoning with Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese that makes this just a wonderful meal for any day of the week and pretty quick too. You can do this with Seared Chicken Breast for Everything Bagel Chicken or Steak for Everything Bagel Steak!
Servings: 2 portions
Equipment
- 1 Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 Pork Chops - Fat trimmed off for rendering
- 2-4 Tbl Fat - enough to coat the bottom of the pan
- Everything Bagel Seasoning - as desired
- Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese - as desired
Salt & Pepper Blend
- 1 Tbl Sea Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp White Pepper
Instructions
- Trim the Fat from the Pork and chop into small pieces to throw into a skillet over medium low to medium heat and render the fat.
- Meanwhile, combine the Salt & Pepper blend and season the Pork Chops.
- Once the Fat is golden crisp, discard or Salt & Pepper them for a snack. Ensure there is enough Fat in the pan to coat the bottom, adding more if needed. When the fat is just starting to smoke, place the Pork Chops in and sear.
- 1/4–1/2 inch, Sear for 2–3 minutes per side.3/4 inch, Sear for 4 minutes per side.1 inch, Sear for 5 minutes per side.Add about an extra minute or so for Bone in. An Internal temp of 145F/63C or higher.
- Plate the Pork and let rest 5 minutes before schmearing Cream Cheese on top and serve. Optionally, slice into bite size strips and plate.
Notes
At about 1 inches, it is recommended to sear 3 minutes per side and finish in the oven or reverse sear the Pork Chops. 1/2 inch Boneless Pork Chops can be seared until cooked through. Add an extra minute or so, per side, for bone in.