Pork Chops with Blue Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the perfect balance of savory and creamy flavors with these succulent Pork Chops with Blue Cheese Sauce. This easy yet sophisticated recipe pairs juicy, bone-in pork chops—perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, salt, and pepper—with a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream and tangy melted blue cheese. Sautéed shallots and garlic enhance the sauce, adding aromatic depth, while fresh parsley provides a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is an ideal weeknight dinner or an impressive main for entertaining. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or crisp green beans for a restaurant-quality meal made right in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 quarters cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Take the pork chops out of the refrigerator and allow them to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub the seasoning gently into the meat.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C). Remove from the skillet and set aside, tenting loosely with foil to rest.
Reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the crumbled blue cheese, allowing it to melt completely into the sauce. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, if needed. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper if necessary.
Plate the rested pork chops and spoon the blue cheese sauce generously over the top.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed green beans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.8 g | 278% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.7 g | 488% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 4324 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 170.0 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 726 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2406 mg | 51% | |
*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.
