Smothered Pork Chops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
343 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Smothered Pork Chops
Description
This recipe for Smothered Pork Chops starts by seasoning bone-in pork chops and cooking them until they reach a safe internal temperature, creating a browned crust. The chops are set aside while a sauce is prepared in the same pan. Butter is melted to sauté sliced mushrooms and yellow onions until they are tender and browned, then minced garlic is briefly cooked. Flour is added to thicken the sauce before slowly whisking in beef broth to create a smooth base. After simmering until thick, heavy cream enriches the sauce, which is seasoned to taste.
Returning the pork chops to the pan allows them to warm in the sauce, which is spooned over the chops when served. The gravy combines the earthy flavor of mushrooms with the sweetness of caramelized onions and savory depth from the beef broth and cream. Parsley adds a touch of brightness and color.
This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the sauce and can be served alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 pork chops I use bone-in chops
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup butter
- 8 ounces mushroom sliced
- 1 yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 3/4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the pork chops in the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side or until a meat thermometer registers 145 degrees F.
- Remove the pork chops from the pan; cover to keep warm.
- Melt the butter in the pan. Add the mushrooms and onions, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the mushrooms and onions for 7-9 minutes or until tender and browned. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the flour to the pan. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add the beef broth; whisk until smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Stir in the heavy cream. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the pork chops back to the pan and spoon the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 115mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 343mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 713mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 285IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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