Braised Pork Loin Chops with Thyme Lemon Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with these tender Braised Pork Loin Chops with Thyme Lemon Sauce, a dish that combines hearty flavors with a hint of sophistication. Perfectly seared pork chops are slowly braised in a rich, aromatic sauce made with fresh thyme, garlic, chicken broth, and a luscious splash of heavy cream. A bright burst of lemon juice and zest adds a zesty twist, perfectly balancing the savory richness of the dish. This one-pan recipe is ideal for weeknights and elegant enough for entertaining, with a cooking time of just 35 minutes. Serve these succulent chops with the velvety thyme lemon sauce and garnish with fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality meal that's surprisingly simple to make. Tags: braised pork chops, thyme lemon sauce, quick dinner recipe, easy pork chop recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork loin chops
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Season the pork loin chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and fresh thyme sprigs. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the chops braise for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and tender.
Remove the chops from the skillet and keep them warm. Discard the thyme sprigs from the sauce.
Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the pork chops drizzled with the thyme lemon sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 580 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 298 mg | 6% | |
*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.
