🐖 Creamy Dijon Pork Chops
These Creamy Dijon Pork Chops are a quick and elegant weeknight dinner—seared to golden perfection and coated in a rich, tangy cream sauce. With just a handful of ingredients and one skillet, you’ll have a cozy, flavorful meal on the table in under 30 minutes!
📝 Ingredients
US Customary
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4 boneless pork loin chops
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 cup chicken broth
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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½ cup heavy cream
👩🍳 Instructions
🔪 Step 1: Season the Pork
Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with:
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Salt
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Pepper
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Paprika
🔥 Step 2: Sear
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add:
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Butter
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Vegetable oil
Once hot and shimmering, add pork chops and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.
→ Internal temp should reach 145°F.
🥄 Step 3: Make the Creamy Dijon Sauce
Remove pork chops and set aside (tent with foil).
To the same skillet, whisk in:
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Chicken broth
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Dijon mustard
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Heavy cream
Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
🍽️ Step 4: Serve
Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer gently for 1 minute to warm through.
💡 Pro Tips
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Don’t overcrowd the pan—sear in batches if needed.
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For a thicker sauce, simmer an extra 2–3 minutes or add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry.
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Swap pork for chicken breasts if preferred!
🍷 Perfect Pairings
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Mashed potatoes or buttered noodles
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Garlic green beans or roasted asparagus
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A chilled glass of Chardonnay or dry Riesling
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