Low Carb Succulent Pork Chops with Creamy Herb Sauce
Sink your teeth into these Low Carb Succulent Pork Chops with Creamy Herb Sauce for a luscious, guilt-free meal that's loaded with flavor. Tender, bone-in pork chops are perfectly seasoned and pan-seared to golden perfection, then smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, thyme, and a hint of lemon juice. A quick deglaze with chicken broth pulls together the savory browned bits, enhancing every bite. This 35-minute recipe is a crowd-pleaser and ideal for keto or low-carb enthusiasts. Serve these juicy chops alongside sautéed greens or roasted veggies for a wholesome, restaurant-worthy dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Allow the pork to sit while you heat the pan.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops from the pan and set them aside on a plate, covering loosely with foil.
Reduce the heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan and combine all the browned bits. Let the broth reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, thyme, and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy herb sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chops and simmer for another 3-4 minutes to warm them through.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the pork chops immediately with a generous drizzle of the creamy herb sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 250.2 g | 321% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.4 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 866 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 3660 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 202.8 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2777 mg | 59% | |
*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.
