Prepare to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with these mouthwatering Italian Style Smothered Pork Chops! Imagine tender, golden-brown pork chops bathed in a creamy, rich sauce that will have your family begging for seconds. This restaurant-quality dish is surprisingly easy to make and will elevate your home cooking game in just 45 minutes. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or simply treat yourself to a luxurious meal, these smothered pork chops are about to become your new favorite recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by patting pork chops dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
- Carefully place seasoned pork chops into the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and developing a rich caramelized exterior.
- Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside on a clean plate, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened.
- Pour in beef broth and cream of mushroom soup, whisking together to create a smooth, creamy sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Return pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce, and reduce heat to low-medium.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until pork chops are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
- Plate pork chops and spoon extra sauce and onions over the top before serving.
Tips
- • Always pat your pork chops dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear • Use a meat thermometer to check that pork chops reach the safe internal temperature of 145°F • Let the pork chops rest after cooking to help retain their juices and ensure maximum tenderness • Don't rush the searing process - a good caramelization adds deep flavor to the final dish • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution and better browning • If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out with a little extra beef broth • For extra richness, you can add a splash of white wine to the sauce when deglazing the pan • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 95mg
