Creamy Garlic Pork Chops

Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner idea? These creamy garlic pork chops are cooked to perfection in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknights or a special meal, this easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes. Pair with mashed potatoes or veggies for a complete and delicious dinner everyone will love.

Try these tender, juicy pork chops cooked in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special meal, this easy recipe combines savory garlic, butter, and cream for a delicious main dish. Serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or vegetables. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is sure to impress with minimal effort.

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Why You’ll Love It:

• This recipe delivers perfectly cooked pork chops with minimal effort.
• The garlic cream sauce is rich and flavorful, ideal for a comforting meal.
• It’s a versatile dish that pairs well with a variety of sides, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining.

What You’ll Need:

• Pork chops (boneless or bone-in)
• Garlic cloves
• Chicken broth
• Heavy cream
• Butter
• Olive oil
• Flour
• Lemon juice
• Salt & pepper

Pro Tip:

• Use an instant-read thermometer to check the pork’s internal temperature. Cook until it reaches 145°F for tender, juicy pork chops.

How to Make Creamy Garlic Pork Chops:

1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, then sear in a hot skillet with olive oil and butter until golden brown.
2. Set the pork chops aside and sauté whole garlic cloves in the skillet.
3. Create a quick roux with flour and butter, then stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic powder, and cream to form a thick sauce.
4. Return the pork chops to the pan and let them cook in the sauce until fully done.
5. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Substitutions and Variations:

• Swap heavy cream for half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
• Bone-in pork chops can add extra flavor but may require a longer cooking time.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

What to Serve with Garlic Pork Chops:

• Mashed potatoes
• Roasted vegetables like green beans or carrots
• Rice or pasta to soak up the creamy sauce
• A fresh green salad for a balanced meal

Leftovers and Storage:

• Storage: Store leftover creamy garlic pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream to prevent the sauce from becoming too thick.
• Freezing: You can freeze the pork chops and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat as needed, but note that the cream sauce may slightly change texture after freezing.

Creamy Garlic Pork Chops

Recipe by 50KrecipesCourse: MainCuisine: American

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner idea? These creamy garlic pork chops are cooked to perfection in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknights or a special meal, this easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes. Pair with mashed potatoes or veggies for a complete and delicious dinner everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops (see notes)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 tablespoons butter, divided

• 1 head garlic, cloves peeled

• 1 tablespoon flour

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 3/4 cup heavy cream

• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

• Remove pork chops from the fridge 15-30 minutes before cooking. Season generously with salt and pepper.
• Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden. Transfer to a plate.
• Reduce heat to medium (or medium-low if using cast iron). Add remaining butter and garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, for about 3 minutes until garlic is slightly browned.
• Push garlic to one side and sprinkle flour into the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring to form a roux.
• Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir and cook for about a minute, until sauce thickens.
• Add garlic powder and cream. Stir until garlic powder is dissolved.
• Return pork chops to the skillet. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens and pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

• Use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking. Pork is safe at 145°F with a hint of pink inside.
  Boneless or bone-in pork chops are suitable. Ideal thickness is 0.75-1 inch for even cooking.