Skillet Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce

1Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 1/2 inch thick)Boneless pork chops
• 1 tablespoonOlive oil
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper
• 2 cloves, mincedGarlic
• 1 cupChicken broth
• 2 tablespoonsDijon mustard
• 0.5 cupHeavy cream
• 1 tablespoon, chopped (optional, for garnish)Fresh parsley

2Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.

   ⏱ 2 min
2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned pork chops to the skillet. If your skillet is not large enough, sear in two batches.

   ⏱ 1 min
3. 3

   Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 145°F / 63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.

   ⏱ 8 min
4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

   ⏱ 1 min
5. 5

   Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Dijon mustard until well combined. Continue to simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.

   ⏱ 3 min
6. 6

   Stir in the heavy cream and return the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

   ⏱ 3 min
7. 7

   Return the cooked pork chops to the skillet, spooning the creamy Dijon sauce over them. Let them warm through in the sauce for about 1-2 minutes.

   ⏱ 2 min
8. 8

   Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately with your favorite sides.

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