🥩 Pork Chop with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients

For the Pork Chops

• 2 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter

• 200g mushrooms, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ tsp thyme leaves

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Vegetables

• 1 carrot, sliced

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 potato, cut into wedges

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Season the Pork

1. Pat pork chops dry.

2. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 2: Sear the Pork Chops

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Cook pork chops for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.

3. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Mushroom Sauce

1. In the same skillet, melt butter.

2. Add mushrooms and cook until browned.

3. Stir in garlic and thyme.

4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes.

5. Add cream, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard.

6. Simmer until the sauce thickens.

Step 4: Finish Cooking

1. Return pork chops to the skillet.

2. Spoon sauce over the top.

3. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F).

Step 5: Roast the Vegetables

1. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.

Step 6: Plate and Serve

1. Place roasted vegetables on the plate.

2. Add pork chop.

3. Generously spoon mushroom cream sauce over the top.

4. Garnish with fresh thyme.

Serving Suggestions

🥔 Garlic mashed potatoes
🥦 Roasted seasonal vegetables
🍷 Dry white wine or sparkling water with lemon
🥖 Crusty artisan bread for soaking up the sauce

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

• Calories: 620

• Protein: 42g

• Carbohydrates: 18g

• Fat: 41g

Chef's Tip

For extra-juicy pork chops, let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. The creamy mushroom sauce becomes even richer when made with a splash of white wine before adding the cream. The combination of caramelized mushrooms, thyme, and Parmesan creates a restaurant-quality flavor that's perfect for a cozy dinner. 🍄🥩✨