20 Minute Pork Chops Mornay
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible 20-Minute Pork Chops Mornay, a dish that combines juicy, golden-seared boneless pork chops with a rich and velvety cheese sauce. This quick and easy recipe features a luxurious Mornay sauce made with Gruyère and Parmesan, infused with a hint of Dijon mustard and optional nutmeg for a subtle depth of flavor. Perfectly cooked in just 15 minutes, this elegant yet approachable dish is ideal for busy nights when you want something satisfying and delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve with steamed veggies, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the creamy sauce. Quick, comforting, and packed with flavor, this recipe is a must-try for pork and cheese lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 0.3333 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Gradually add the milk to the roux while whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes as the sauce thickens.
Stir in the Gruyère cheese, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and nutmeg (if using). Continue stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the Mornay sauce over them to coat. Let them warm through for 1-2 minutes.
Serve the pork chops immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2190 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.2 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 542 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 4115 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 161.0 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1902 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2431 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
