Prepare to transform your ordinary weeknight dinner into a restaurant-worthy culinary experience that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds! These succulent pork chops bathed in a creamy, rich mushroom sauce are not just a meal – they're a flavor explosion waiting to happen. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll create a dish that looks impressive, tastes incredible, and will make you feel like a professional chef in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by patting pork chops dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Sear pork chops for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside on a warm plate, covering loosely with aluminum foil to retain heat.
- In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and become slightly golden.
- Pour cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth into the skillet, stirring to combine and create a smooth sauce.
- Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken and develop rich flavors.
- Return pork chops to the skillet, coating them with the mushroom sauce and heating through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, spooning extra mushroom sauce over the pork chops and optionally garnishing with fresh chopped parsley.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always use a meat thermometer to ensure your pork chops reach 145°F for perfect doneness and food safety.
- Pat Dry for Perfect Sear: Removing moisture from the pork chops before cooking helps achieve that beautiful golden-brown crust.
- Let Meat Rest: After cooking, let pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook pork chops in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and achieve proper searing.
- Customize Your Sauce: Feel free to add minced garlic or fresh herbs like thyme to enhance the mushroom sauce's flavor profile.
- Choose the Right Mushrooms: While the recipe uses standard sliced mushrooms, try cremini or shiitake for more depth of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 283kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 86mg
