Description
Rich, golden pork chops nestled in a velvety garlic sauce promise a luxurious dinner that whisks diners straight to culinary comfort. Succulent meat paired with aromatic herbs delivers a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 pork chops, boneless or bone-in, about 1-inch thick (4 pork chops)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (1 cup)
- ½ cup chicken broth (½ cup)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (½ cup)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Thoroughly blot pork chops with paper towels to remove excess moisture, creating optimal conditions for achieving a golden-brown crust.
- Generously coat both surfaces of the meat with a harmonious blend of salt, freshly ground black pepper, aromatic garlic powder, and smoky paprika.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high temperature, allowing the pan to become scorching hot before adding a drizzle of olive oil.
- Carefully place seasoned pork chops into the sizzling skillet, allowing each side to develop a rich, caramelized exterior without disturbing the meat.
- Cook for approximately 3-4 minutes per side, ensuring a perfect golden-brown color and maintaining the pork’s succulent interior.
- Remove chops from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate, covering loosely with aluminum foil to preserve heat and juiciness.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and introduce minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
- Pour heavy cream into the pan, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in cream cheese and grated parmesan, whisking continuously to create a smooth, velvety sauce.
- Incorporate fresh thyme leaves and a splash of chicken broth to enhance the sauce’s depth and complexity.
- Return pork chops to the skillet, gently nestling them into the creamy garlic sauce.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Garnish with finely chopped parsley and serve immediately, drizzling extra sauce over the pork chops.
Notes
- Achieve a golden-brown crust by patting pork chops completely dry before cooking, removing excess moisture helps create a perfect sear.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for even heat distribution and maximum flavor development when browning the meat.
- Customize the dish for low-carb diets by replacing cream with coconut milk or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Fresh garlic cloves provide more intense flavor compared to garlic powder, so consider mincing 2-3 fresh cloves for a robust taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 130mg