Smothered Pork Chops

5 from 1 vote

Smothered Pork Chops are a classic dish born in the South, that brings a perfect cast iron sear and savory gravy to dinnertime. This comfort food is absolutely delicious and easy to make.

Course dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American, Southern

Keyword gravy, pork chops, Pork,

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings people

Calories 535kcal

Author Paula

Ingredients

3 Tablespoons butter
3 Tablespoons oil
4 1-inch thick pork chops boneless
¼ cup flour
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 white onion sliced into rings
½ teaspoon baking soda
6 ounces mushrooms sliced
2 cloves garlic clove minced
4 sprigs of fresh thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Melt butter and heat oil in a large 12" cast iron skillet over medium heat on the stovetop.
Dredge pork chops on both sides in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper. Fry in the skillet for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add onions, baking soda to skillet and sautee for just a few minutes. Add the mushrooms, garlic, and thyme. Saute an additional 5 minutes or until skillet becomes dry if sooner.
Pour in the chicken broth and whisk to release all the flavor bits from the bottom of the skillet. Pour the heavy cream and stir. Reduce for 10 minutes.
Add the pork chops back into the skillet and allow to heat through, flipping once. Remove pork chops from the skillet and add in your thickening agent or simply spinkle with more fresh thyme and serve directly from the skillet.

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