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Creamy Garlic Butter Pork Chops with Crispy Parmesan Potatoes

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Tender pork chops seared and simmered in a creamy garlic butter sauce, served alongside crispy, golden parmesan potatoes. This easy dinner is pure comfort food and perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick, 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream (can substitute half-and-half)
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 lbs baby Yukon gold or red potatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Toss halved potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 cup parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 tablespoon rosemary. Spread in a single layer, cut side down. Press gently into cheese. Bake 25-30 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden and crispy.
  3. Pat pork chops dry. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Dredge lightly in 2 tablespoons flour.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops 3-4 minutes per side until golden and almost cooked through. Remove to a plate and tent with foil.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup parmesan, and 1/4 teaspoon thyme or Italian seasoning. Simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return pork chops to pan, nestling into sauce. Spoon sauce over each chop. Simmer 2-3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Sprinkle with parsley and extra parmesan.
  7. Serve pork chops with creamy garlic butter sauce and crispy parmesan potatoes. Garnish with fresh herbs and more parmesan.

Notes

For gluten-free, use almond flour and check broth labels. Press potatoes into parmesan for extra crispiness. Pork chops are best at 145°F. Sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and vegan parmesan. Potatoes can be swapped for cauliflower for a low-carb version.

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