Souped Up Pork Chops or Chicken

Elevate your dinner game with this comforting and flavor-packed "Souped Up Pork Chops or Chicken" recipe—a one-skillet wonder that pairs tender, juicy bone-in pork chops or chicken breasts with a luscious creamy mushroom sauce. Seasoned with a blend of garlic and onion powders, thyme, and parsley, the meat is seared to golden perfection before simmering in a velvety sauce crafted from cream of mushroom soup, chicken stock, and a splash of heavy cream. The result is a decadent, savory dish perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, warm rice, or alongside roasted vegetables for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops or chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops or chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the pork chops or chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the finely chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to cook the flour, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Slowly whisk in the chicken stock until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.

Step 8

Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, heavy cream, dried thyme, and parsley, combining well to create a smooth sauce.

Step 9

Return the seared pork chops or chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them in the sauce.

Step 10

Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the meat is cooked through and tender. Pork chops should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), while chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 11

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Serve the pork chops or chicken with the creamy sauce over mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1514.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2029.3

Total Fat 152.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 412.2mg	0%
Sodium 3938.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 99.9g	0%

Vitamin D 85.4IU	0%
Calcium 318.8mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1715.0mg	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: 70.2%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 9.4%