Pork Chops with Dijon Herb Sauce
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Pork Chops with Dijon Herb Sauce
Description
The Pork Chops with Dijon Herb Sauce recipe starts by seasoning and searing bone-in pork chops in butter to develop a golden crust. Once cooked to medium doneness, the chops rest while onions are softened in the same pan. Chicken stock is then added and reduced to concentrate flavor. Dijon mustard and fresh chopped herbs are blended into the sauce, enriching it with a tart and fresh character that pairs nicely with the pork's richness. The sauce is poured over the chops just before serving to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
The sauce's balance of sharp mustard and fresh herbs contrasts pleasantly with the pork's mild, meaty profile. This dish can be served with simple sides like steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes, as the sauce enhances the overall meal without overpowering it. Monitoring the pork's internal temperature ensures juiciness without dryness.
Cooking the chops to an internal temperature around 160°F helps eliminate trichinosis risk while maintaining tenderness. Using a thermometer can guide timing to avoid overcooking. The sauce reduces quickly, making the dish relatively straightforward to prepare in about 20-25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp butter
- 4 pork chops (22 oz with bone, fat removed, 1 inch thick, trim all visible fat)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- black pepper fresh ground
- 3 tbsp onion chopped
- 3/4 cup chicken stock or broth
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp chopped (fresh herbs like parsley, chives)
Instructions
- In a large skillet melt the butter over moderately low heat.
- Season the pork with salt and pepper.
- Raise heat to medium and add the chops to the pan and sauté for 7 minutes. Turn and cook until chops are browned and done to medium, about 7-8 minutes longer. Remove the chops and put in a warm spot.
- Add the onion to the pan and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the stock and boil until it reduces to 1/2 cup, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in the mustard, herbs, and 1/8 tsp pepper.
- Put the chops on a platter and pour the sauce over the meat.
Notes
- Check pork doneness with a thermometer; 160°F ensures safety and juiciness.
- Remove visible fat from chops to reduce greasiness in sauce.
- Sauté onions in pan drippings to absorb pork flavor for the sauce.
- Use fresh chopped herbs like parsley and chives for best sauce aroma.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1chop with sauce | |
| Calories | 180kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 86.5mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 400mg | 17% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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