Creamy Smothered Pork Chops

Creamy Smothered Pork Chops

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless pork chops
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves)
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pork Chops:
   • Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.
2. Sear the Pork Chops:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the Onion and Garlic:
   • In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the skillet and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
   • Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Parmesan cheese, and dried thyme. Stir well to combine and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Smother the Pork Chops:
   • Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over them. Cover the skillet and let the pork chops cook in the sauce for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired. Serve the creamy smothered pork chops hot, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Tips:

• Serve these creamy pork chops with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
• Adjust the seasoning and thickness of the sauce according to your taste preferences.

Enjoy your delicious creamy smothered pork chops!