Description

This Cheesy Pork Chops Skillet combines the smoky char of a perfect sear with a decadent, silky cheese sauce that coats every inch of the meat. It offers effortless gourmet results in under thirty minutes using whole ingredients like pasture-raised pork, avocado oil, sharp cheddar, and heavy cream, making it a nutritious dinner option.

Ingredients

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4 Thick-Cut Pork Chops
2 tablespoons Avocado Oil
1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup Heavy Cream
3 cloves Garlic
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Fresh Thyme
Fresh Parsley
Salt
Black Pepper

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Instructions

Take pork chops out of the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking. Pat them completely dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika
Heat the Avocado Oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, place the chops in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove chops and set aside
Lower heat to medium, add minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté until fragrant, scraping up browned bits
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly
Turn heat to low, gradually stir in freshly grated cheddar cheese until the sauce is thick, glossy, and smooth
Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet, spoon sauce over them and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F
Garnish with fresh parsley and thyme, and let rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the pork.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Reheat on stovetop over low heat with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chop with sauce
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: varies with seasoning
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: varies
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 100mg