Description
Creamy Pork Chops with Mushroom and Swiss Sauce is a decadent yet easy-to-make skillet dish that combines juicy seared pork chops with a rich and velvety mushroom cream sauce topped with melted Swiss cheese. Ready in just 35 minutes, this comfort food favorite is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Pork Chops
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Mushroom Swiss Sauce
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sear Pork Chops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Sear pork chops for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Aromatics: In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Create Sauce Base: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream while stirring constantly. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add Cheese and Return Pork: Stir in shredded Swiss cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce. Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, coating them in sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes so flavors meld and pork cooks through.
- Serve: Transfer pork chops to a plate, spoon mushroom Swiss sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure pork chops are not too thick for even cooking and proper searing.
- If sauce is too thick, add a splash more chicken broth to loosen.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried thyme for a brighter flavor if desired.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Let pork chops rest a few minutes after cooking for juicier results.
