Pork Chops with Creamy Mustard Sauce
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
268 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pork Chops with Creamy Mustard Sauce
Description
Pork Chops with Creamy Mustard Sauce uses 1/2 inch thick boneless pork chops that are pan-seared until browned and just cooked through, ensuring the meat remains tender. The pan drippings are deglazed with chicken broth, then combined with half and half, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to form a creamy sauce. Simmering the sauce thickens it slightly, providing a smooth texture and a balance of richness and acidity from the mustard and lemon. The sauce is spooned over the chops before serving.
The flavor combines the mild pork seasoned simply with salt and pepper, with a creamy, tangy sauce that adds depth without overpowering. This dish can be served alongside vegetables or starches to round out the meal.
Cooked pork chops can be refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, cook, cool, and dice or shred the pork before freezing for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops 1/2 inch thick, boneless
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
- 2/3 cup half and half (or heavy cream)
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Add pork chops and cook for 2-4 minutes on each side, until browned and just barely cooked through (don't overcook or they will be tough).
- Transfer pork to a plate and cover with aluminum foil.
- Add chicken broth to the skillet and scrape up any remaining browned bits from the pork.
- Add cream or half & half, dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Stir well, reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered for 5-6 minutes or until sauce has slightly thickened.
- Spoon sauce over pork. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Store cooked pork chops in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days to maintain freshness.
- To freeze, cool the cooked pork chops completely, then dice or shred and place in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 268kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 132mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 578mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 143IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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