I love a tender and juicy pork chop, some of my go-recipes include marinated pork chops, fried pork chops, and these savory smothered pork chops. Serve a vegetable on the side, and dinner is ready!
Pork chops are quick to make, inexpensive, and full of flavor. These smothered pork chops feature a flavorful mushroom and onion topping for a unique meal that’s sure to please the entire family. Dinner time will never be boring again!
How do you make smothered pork chops?
First, season your pork chops with salt and pepper and brown them in olive oil. When the pork chops are done, take them out of the pan and melt butter in that pan. Add in mushrooms and onions and cook them until tender. Toss in a little garlic, let it cook for a few seconds, and add some flour. Stir the flour as it cooks and whisk in beef broth. Stir in a little cream to finish the sauce. Place the pork chops back into the pan, and spoon the sauce over the top. Add a sprinkle of parsley, then serve and enjoy.
Tips for smothered pork chops
Use white button or cremini mushrooms, they taste great in the sauce and are readily available. You can use pre-sliced mushrooms to save on prep time. You can use bone in or boneless pork chops. I prefer bone-in pork chops as they are less likely to dry out. Use a thermometer to make sure the center of your pork cooks to the correct temperature. Cooking time can vary depending on the size of your chops. You can make this dish with chicken breasts or pork tenderloin if you don’t have pork chops on hand. Feel free to use other herbs instead of parsley such as thyme, basil or chives.
How to clean mushrooms
Clean your mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Gently rub each mushroom to remove any loose dirt. You can also rinse your mushrooms in a colander, but be sure to rinse them briefly; do not soak them in water.
WHAT TEMPERATURE SHOULD PORK BE COOKED TO?
Cook pork to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. To gauge whether your pork is done, simply insert a thermometer into the thickest part of the pork chop. Make sure that the thermometer doesn’t touch the bone, or you could end up with an inaccurate reading.
This smothered pork chop recipe is one of the best ways to enjoy pork chops. It’s a hearty meal that will satisfy even the biggest appetites!
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