Pork Chops with Mustard Sauce Capers
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these luxurious Pork Chops with Mustard Sauce and Capers—a recipe that combines tender, juicy bone-in pork chops with a rich, creamy Dijon mustard sauce infused with the zesty tang of capers. Perfectly seared in olive oil and butter to a golden finish, the pork chops are then bathed in a silky sauce made with shallots, garlic, chicken broth, and heavy cream, creating a harmonious blend of bold and savory flavors. This quick and elegant dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for both cozy family meals and impressive dinner parties. Garnished with fresh parsley and best served alongside mashed potatoes or crisp steamed vegetables, this recipe is a guaranteed showstopper for your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1-inch thick) Bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium (finely chopped) Shallot
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (rinsed) Capers
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove them from the skillet and set aside, tenting with foil to keep them warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, sauté the chopped shallot for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Stir in the Dijon mustard and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Lower the heat to medium-low and whisk in the heavy cream. Add the capers and simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Transfer the pork chops to serving plates, spoon the mustard-caper sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 965 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 421 mg | 9% | |
*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.
