Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy deliver tender, juicy chops coated in a rich, onion-studded mushroom sauce. The thyme, chicken stock, and a splash of white wine add depth and balance, creating a comforting, restaurant-style bite. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal with mashed potatoes or rice.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic Impact
- 41 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 5
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Pat the chops dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter sizzles, add the chops and brown them on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chops from the skillet and keep them warm.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Once the butter melts, add the onions, mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring, until the onions start to turn translucent and the mushrooms are softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the chicken stock, wine, and dried thyme, and bring to a boil.
- 5
Return the chops and any accumulated juices to the skillet, nestling the chops into the vegetables and broth. Remove about 1/4 cup of the broth for later use. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center reads 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), 4 to 5 minutes. See note.
- 6
Stir the cornstarch into the reserved cooking liquid until no lumps remain. While stirring the skillet sauce, pour in the cornstarch mixture and continue stirring for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- 7
Serve the chops topped with the mushrooms and sauce, and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.
- Calories 359.82 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 33.69 g Good Source 67%
- Carbohydrate 16.44 g 6%
- Total Fat 16.77 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 6.31 g High 32%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 75.65 mg High 25%
- Sodium 2234.91 mg High 97%
- Dietary Fiber 1.63 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 7.32 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 13.47 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 2.69 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 65.07 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 47.9 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 0.08 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.2 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Pan Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chicken Stock, Cornstarch, Dried Thyme, and Fresh Thyme. Each serving provides about 359.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Stock, Cornstarch, Dried Thyme, Fresh Thyme, Minced Garlic. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 359.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy healthy?
- Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 359.82 calories and 33.69 g of protein, or 67% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2234.91 mg (97% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.31 g (32% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Corn, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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