Smothered Pork Chops are tender, juicy pork chops covered in a rich and creamy mushroom and onion gravy. The pork chops are seared until golden, then simmered in the homemade gravy for an easy skillet dinner ready in about 35 minutes.
Pork chops are one of my favorite easy dinners when I want something hearty and comforting. The creamy mushroom and onion gravy makes this simple skillet meal feel extra special without adding a lot of work.
Why I Love Smothered Pork Chops
Ingredients
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Pork Chops: Use bone-in or boneless pork chops about 1 inch thick.
- Salt & Pepper: For seasoning the pork chops.
- Olive Oil: Helps create a golden sear on the pork chops.
- Butter: Use real butter for the best flavor.
- Baby Bella Mushrooms: Slice before cooking. Other mushrooms will also work.
- Onion: White onion works well for the gravy.
- Garlic: Fresh chopped or minced garlic works best.
- All-Purpose Flour: Thickens the gravy.
- Chicken Stock: Chicken broth or Better Than Bouillon also works.
- Worcestershire Sauce: Adds rich, savory flavor to the gravy.
- Heavy Cream: Makes the gravy rich and creamy. Half-and-half can also be used.
- Fresh Rosemary: Adds flavor to the pork chops and gravy.
- Parsley: Optional for garnish.
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How to Make Smothered Pork Chops
1 – Season & Sear: Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil for 5–6 minutes per side, then remove from the skillet.
2 – Cook Vegetables: Melt the butter in the same skillet. Sauté the mushrooms, then add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
3 – Make the Gravy: Stir in the flour, followed by the chicken stock and Worcestershire sauce. Cook until the gravy begins to thicken.
4 – Make It Creamy: Stir in the heavy cream until combined.
5 – Smother the Pork Chops: Return the pork chops and their juices to the skillet. Add the rosemary and simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the pork reaches 145°F and the gravy has thickened.
6 – Finish: Season with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. 💙
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Use thick pork chops: Chops about 1 inch thick stay juicy while they simmer in the gravy.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet: Give the pork chops room to get a good golden sear.
- Keep the browned bits: Make the gravy in the same skillet so you get all that extra flavor from the pork.
- Check the temperature: Cook the pork chops until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Let the gravy simmer: Give it time to thicken and reduce before serving.
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What to Serve With Smothered Pork Chops. 💙
Smothered Pork Chops
Tender Smothered Pork Chops cooked in a rich and creamy mushroom and onion gravy.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 4 Pork Chops, Approximately 1” thick Boneless or Bone-in
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp Butter
- 8 oz Baby Bella Mushroom, Sliced
- 1 Small Onion, Sliced
- 1 Tbsp Chopped Garlic
- 2 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 Cups Chicken Stock
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 Sprig Fresh Rosemary
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- Salt and pepper all sides of the pork chops.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a 10” or larger cast iron skillet.
- Sear the pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side; transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add the butter to the cast iron skillet and melt over medium heat.
- Add the mushrooms and sauté for 6-8 minutes; add onions and garlic and sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour until there are no lumps.
- Stir in the chicken stock and Worcestershire sauce and heat over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir.
- Add in the seared pork chops along with the juices on the plate.
- Add the rosemary sprig and simmer in the skillet over medium heat until thickened and reduced by half, and the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees, about 8-10 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley. Serve over mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Notes
For juicy pork chops, use chops about 1 inch thick and cook to an internal temperature of 145°F. If the gravy becomes too thick, stir in a splash of chicken stock or heavy cream.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 619Total Fat: 40gSaturated Fat: 17gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 183mgSodium: 872mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 47g
