Smothered Pork Chops Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
577 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Smothered Pork Chops Recipe
Description
Smothered Pork Chops Recipe features bone-in or boneless pork chops dredged in a seasoned flour blend with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, and cayenne pepper. After browning the chops in butter, they finish baking in the oven to ensure they are fully cooked and juicy. The pan sauce is made in the same skillet by deglazing with white wine or chicken broth, then combining lemon juice, zest, garlic, thyme, and heavy cream. Simmering thickens the sauce, which coats the chops when they return to the pan.
The sauce adds a bright, creamy complement to the meat, balancing savory and citrus flavors. Serving this dish hot allows the pork chops to remain tender while soaking up the flavorful smothering sauce. It can be paired with vegetables or mashed potatoes to complete the meal.
The recipe benefits from using fresh lemon juice and zest for vibrant flavor. Cooking the pork chops to the recommended internal temperature ensures food safety without drying the meat. The optional parsley can be included for a subtle herbal note. This dish demonstrates how layering flavors in the sauce enhances simple pork chops.
Ingredients
- 1/2 c all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp salt divided
- 3/4 tsp black pepper divided
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp parsley *optional
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 pork chops bone-in or boneless
- 5 tbsp butter unsalted
- 1/3 c white wine *or chicken broth
- 1/4 c lemon juice fresh
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp thyme fresh
- 3/4 c heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- Add the heavy cream and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until slightly thickened.
- 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.
- Serve with remaining sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 577 kcal
% 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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