Savory Smothered Pork Chops
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Savory Smothered Pork Chops, a soul-warming dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender, bone-in pork chops coated in a lightly seasoned flour, pan-seared to golden perfection, and then simmered in a luscious, creamy onion gravy infused with garlic and fresh thyme. The key to its depth of flavor lies in caramelized onions and the decadent combination of chicken broth and heavy cream, creating a velvety sauce that beautifully coats each chop. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simple one-skillet cooking method, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the savory gravy, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of brightness. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly tender, these smothered pork chops will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops evenly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Dredge the pork chops lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and caramelized.
Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and release any browned bits.
Stir in the heavy cream and thyme leaves. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork chops are tender and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F).
Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the smothered pork chops with the creamy gravy spooned over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.1 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.5 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 3028 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 205.2 g | 410% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2935 mg | 62% | |
*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.
