Garlic Pork Chops Recipe in Creamy Sauce – How to Cook Pork Chops — Eatwell101

Garlic Pork Chops in Creamy Mushroom Sauce – A quick dinner with a ton of flavor! This pork chops recipe features seared pork chops simmered in creamy garlic and herb mushroom sauce. This easy pork recipe is perfect for any night of the week. Serve the garlic pork chops with cauliflower rice for a delicious keto / low carb option, or with pasta for a kid-friendly dinner. Ready on the table in less than 20 minutes. Enjoy!

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Ingredients list for the Garlic Pork Chops in Creamy Mushroom Sauce

• 4 pork chops, bone-in or boneless (about 1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the mushroom sauce

• 1 cup sliced brown mushrooms
• 4-5 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (125ml) chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

1. To make the garlic pork chops: Combine paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pat the pork chops dry with kitchen paper then season generously with the spice mix. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high until butter is melted.

2. Sear the pork chops for 3-5 minutes per side until well browned on both sides. Transfer the pork chops to a warm plate and set aside. 

3. In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and stir fry until golden brown, scraping up any bits leftover from the chops.

4. Add garlic, parsley and Italian seasoning then stir fry for another 30 seconds before pouring in the broth. Add the cream, give a good stir then allow simmering for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened and adjust seasoning if needed.

5. Place pork chops and their juices back into the sauce and allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked to your liking. Garnish with remaining fresh parsley and serve the garlic pork chops in creamy mushroom sauce immediately with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or pasta. Enjoy!

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How to cook pork chops recipe tips

• Buy bone-in pork chops when you can: The bone has some fat around that keeps the meat tender and juicy, plus it helps prevent the pork chops from overcooking. On the other side, boneless pork chops tend to be drier and easier to overcook.
• Take the pork chops out of your refrigerator about 15 minutes before you plan to start cooking. The meat will cook more evenly throughout when you bring it at room temperature.
• Rest the meat after cooking pork chops: A quick rest period of five minutes allows the juices to flow back through the meat and make it more tender. You can cover the pork chops with a shallow plate or loosely tent with foil.

How to tell when pork is done?

Pork is done when an internal thermometer reads 145ºF (63ºC), per the recommendation of the USDA. Cooking time may vary depending on how thick the pork chops are. If the pork chops don’t have the same thickness, you can remove the thinner one first and let the others finish cooking.

What to serve with the pork chops?

This pork recipe goes well with pretty much anything: potatoes, pasta, or if you’re on a low carb diet, zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or other veggies.

How and how long to keep the pork chops leftovers?

You can keep the pork chops leftover for 2 days in the refrigerator, in an airtight container. Reheat gently in the microwave or covered in the oven for 5 minutes, adding a few drops of water to loosen the sauce.

What other readers say about this pork chops recipe

“Loved this dish! Had it with pierogies, to go with the mushroom sauce. All around a delicious dish and never had to change or adjust a thing!” – Dawson

“OMG! Amazing! My husband even said this was the best pork chop he’s ever had. He’d even order this at a restaurant!” – Leslie

“This was so amazing, definitely going in the rotation!” – Stephanie

“I made this last night and it was AMAZING! I do wish that the sauce ended up thickening a bit more, but I will work on it for next time. My picky son LOVED it! 5 stars for sure!” – Carley

“This was simply yummptious and easy to make, I grated some Parmesan cheese into it also and had it with cauliflower rice👍🏾” – Nina

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