Are you craving a mouthwatering meal that combines tender, juicy pork chops with a luxuriously creamy mushroom sauce? Look no further! This classic American dish is about to become your new favorite weeknight dinner that's both incredibly easy to make and impressively delicious. Imagine cutting into a perfectly seared pork chop, draped in a rich, velvety sauce that's packed with flavor - it's comfort food at its absolute finest!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by patting pork chops dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and becomes fragrant.
- Carefully place pork chops into the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust, creating a rich caramelized exterior.
- Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside on a clean plate, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened.
- Pour cream of mushroom soup and milk into the skillet, stirring to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and return pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from heat and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Plate pork chops and spoon additional mushroom sauce over the top before serving.
Tips
- Pat the pork chops completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear. Moisture prevents proper caramelization.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for the perfect doneness. 145°F (63°C) is the ideal internal temperature for juicy, safe-to-eat pork chops.
- Let the pork chops rest after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley before serving.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a little extra milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to reduce.
- Choose bone-in pork chops for even more flavor and moisture, though boneless will work just as well.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when searing - cook in batches if necessary to achieve that perfect golden crust.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 405kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 126mg
