Pork Chops with Herbed Cream Sauce
Indulge in a comforting and elegant dinner with these Pork Chops with Herbed Cream Sauce—a show-stopping dish that’s surprisingly simple to prepare! Juicy, seared pork chops are bathed in a luxurious sauce made with garlic-infused butter, rich heavy cream, and a blend of fresh parsley, thyme, and Parmesan cheese. This one-skillet recipe combines golden brown perfection with a flavorful, velvety cream sauce that effortlessly elevates your meal. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's the perfect choice for busy weeknights or a special occasion. Serve these herbaceous pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables for a satisfying, restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Stir in the heavy cream, fresh parsley, and thyme. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk the optional all-purpose flour with a bit of water to form a slurry and stir it into the sauce. Let it cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let them simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve the pork chops hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired, alongside your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
885 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.6 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 2159 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.8 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 696 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 550 mg | 12% | |
*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.
