Here’s a comforting and flavorful recipe for Mushroom Pork Chops:
Ingredients
- 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 8 oz (225 g) fresh mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for thickening, optional)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the pork chops:
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Sear the pork chops:
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the mushrooms:
- In the same skillet, add a bit more oil or butter if needed.
- Sauté the mushrooms, onions, and garlic over medium heat until softened and lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- Make the sauce:
- Stir in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze.
- If using flour, mix it with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce for thickening.
- Add heavy cream (or sour cream), Dijon mustard, and thyme. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine:
- Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the pork chops with the mushroom sauce over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
This Mushroom Pork Chops recipe is creamy, savory, and perfect for a comforting dinner. Enjoy! 🍄🍴