Description
Juicy pork chops seared to perfection, smothered in a rich, buttery peppercorn sauce, creating a delightful mix of savory flavors.
Ingredients
- Bone-in or boneless pork chops
- Freshly cracked black peppercorns
- Butter
- Fresh garlic
- Heavy cream
- Low-sodium beef or chicken stock
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and sear pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Lower the heat, add more butter, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add crushed peppercorns and sauté, then pour in stock and let simmer.
- Whisk in the cream and let the sauce thicken (3-5 minutes).
- Return the pork chops to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer on low for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer for ideal doneness at 145°F. Allow pork to rest before slicing for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pork chops, peppercorn sauce, comfort food, family recipe, hearty meal