Pork Chops with Quick Mushroom Gravy
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible pork chops with quick mushroom gravy, a recipe that combines savory flavors and comforting ingredients in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender, golden-seared pork chops coated in a paprika-seasoned crust, this dish is crowned with a luscious mushroom gravy made from sautéed cremini mushrooms, garlic, chicken broth, and a splash of cream for rich indulgence. The recipe uses simple pantry staples like flour and olive oil to create layers of flavor, while the optional fresh thyme garnish adds a fragrant, gourmet touch. Perfectly suited for pairings like mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or rice, this easy meal transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece designed to impress. Ideal for busy cooks, this quick pork chops recipe is both satisfying and customizable for any mealtime craving.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces white or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Dredge the pork chops lightly in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside. (Note: They don't need to be fully cooked at this stage.)
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, toss in the sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are golden and their liquid has mostly evaporated.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate all the browned bits. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Stir in the heavy cream and mix well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, if needed.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning some of the mushroom gravy over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pork chops rest for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired, and serve the pork chops with the mushroom gravy poured over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.9 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 422 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 2789 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 124.8 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2292 mg | 49% | |
*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.
