Smothered Pork Chops

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless pork chops approximately ¾-1″ in thickness, at room temperature
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  •  tablespoons seasoning salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 slices of thick-cut bacon diced
  • 1 medium-sized onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon of salted butter this is optional but recommended
  • ¾ cup chicken broth with low sodium content
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  • Ensure that the pork chops are at room temperature before beginning the preparation process.
  • Preheat a sizeable skillet over a medium-high flame and add two tablespoons of cooking oil.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with the seasoning salt, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • Carefully coat each pork chop in the flour mixture, ensuring an even layer while shaking off any superfluous mixture. It’s vital to reserve the remaining flour mixture for later use.
  • Place the pork chops into the preheated skillet. Cook each side for approximately 2-3 minutes or until each side achieves a golden hue. Once accomplished, transfer the pork chops to a separate dish, covering them to retain warmth.
  • Utilizing the same skillet, fry the diced bacon until it reaches a crispy consistency. Should you choose to use butter, incorporate it now, allowing it to melt completely.
  • Proceed to add the diced onions to the skillet, sautéing them until they attain a softened texture.
  • Gradually stir in approximately 2 tablespoons of the reserved flour mixture. Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring the mixture achieves a golden coloration and no remnants of white flour are visible. If the mixture appears too dry, consider adding more butter.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth followed by the heavy whipping cream. Stir continuously until the components are fully integrated.
  • Return the pork chops to the skillet, allowing them to simmer in the sauce. The sauce should thicken, and the pork chops should reach an internal temperature of approximately 145°F. This process should take around 4-5 minutes. Caution is advised against overcooking the pork chops to maintain their tenderness.
  • Once cooking is completed, the dish is ready for servin

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