Creamy Garlic Pork Chops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
402 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Garlic Pork Chops
Description
This recipe begins by seasoning pork chops and browning them in olive oil until cooked through and golden on the outside. After removing the chops to rest, sliced baby bella mushrooms are sautéed until softened and combined with minced garlic for aromatic depth. Heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese create a thickened sauce enriched with dried oregano, smoked paprika, lemon zest, and a hint of red pepper flakes for mild heat.
Fresh baby spinach is stirred in last, wilting into the creamy sauce and adding color and nutrients. The pork chops return to the pan and warm in the sauce before plating. The resulting dish balances hearty seared meat with a creamy, fragrant mushroom sauce and tender greens.
This dish suits dinner when a rich and filling entree is desired. It pairs well with simple sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops or boneless pork chops, bone-in
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 oz baby bella mushroom sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, crushed
- 3 cups spinach packed, fresh baby
Instructions
- Place the pork chops on a cutting board, pat dry them with paper towels, and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat, and heat the oil. Add pork chops and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them to a plate, and cover them with foil to keep them warm.
- Next, add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook stirring until softened about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- After that, add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, oregano, paprika, lemon zest, and a pinch of red pepper flakes, if using. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir and bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Finally, add the spinach and cook until wilted, stirring it into the sauce, about 2 minutes more.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and cook until warmed through 5-7 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 402 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 402kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 44g | 88% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 133mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 340mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 1076mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2481IU | 50% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 293mg | 29% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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