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Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

This creamy Lemon & Thyme Smothered Pork Chops recipe always gets rave reviews. It's flavorful and ready in 35 minutes or less.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 577 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt, divided
  • 3/4 tsp pepper, divided
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp parsley *optional
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne
  • 4 pork chops bone-in or boneless
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/3 c white wine *or chicken broth
  • 1/4 c fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 3 cloves minced garlic 
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 3/4 c heavy whipping cream

Instructions

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  1. In a glass dish, combine the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, and cayenne. Dredge pork chops in mixture, remove any excess.
  2. In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter and melt. Brown pork chops well on both sides, about 4-6 minutes per side. Remove from pan and transfer to a lined baking sheet. Place in the oven to bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes (or until they reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees).
  3. Using the same skillet, set over medium heat. Add the wine, and whisk, scraping up any browned bits. Allow to reduce by half. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and thyme, whisk to combine.
  4. Add the heavy cream and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the pork chops to the pan, allow to cook for 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over top. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve with remaining sauce.

Notes

  • Adapted from Creole Contessa

Nutrition Information

Calories 577kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 40g (62%) Saturated Fat 22g (110%) Cholesterol 189mg (63%) Sodium 958mg (40%) Potassium 620mg (18%) Vitamin A 1430IU (29%) Vitamin C 8.5mg (9%) Calcium 47mg (5%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 577

% Daily Value*

Calories 577kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 40g 62%
Saturated Fat 22g 110%
Cholesterol 189mg 63%
Sodium 958mg 40%
Potassium 620mg 13%
Vitamin A 1430IU 29%
Vitamin C 8.5mg 9%
Calcium 47mg 5%
Iron 1.7mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.