Continental Pork Chops

Elevate your dinner table with these exquisite Continental Pork Chops—a true masterpiece of flavor and simplicity. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are generously seasoned with a savory blend of paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then seared to golden perfection. The luxurious pan sauce, made with sautéed garlic and onions, rich heavy cream, and fragrant thyme, infuses every bite with robust, continental-inspired flavors. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dish is a comforting yet elegant choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair these tender pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Step into gourmet cooking with this irresistible recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear them for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops and set aside.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and thyme sprigs. Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.

Step 6

Cover the pan and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F or 63°C).

Step 7

Remove the thyme sprigs and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 8

Serve the Continental Pork Chops hot with your choice of sides such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1393.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2822.8

Total Fat 204.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 726mg	0%
Sodium 3443.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.1g
Protein 199.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 191.9mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 3146.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.4%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 3.5%