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Creamy Smothered Pork Chops

Deliciously comforting creamy pork chops cooked in one pan, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  3. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Lower the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and whisk to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, cooking for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and let them simmer in the sauce for 5-6 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature pork chops. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.