Description
Savory Creamy Bacon Pork Chops blend rich, smoky flavors with tender meat and silky sauce. Comfort meets elegance on your plate, inviting you to savor every luxurious bite of this irresistible Southern-style classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Sauce and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning blend by generously coating both surfaces of the pork chops with a mixture of salt, pepper, and smoky paprika.
- Activate a large skillet over medium heat and render the chopped bacon until achieving a crisp, golden texture. Extract the bacon pieces using a perforated utensil, preserving approximately two tablespoons of rendered fat within the pan.
- Introduce olive oil to the same skillet and carefully nestle the seasoned pork chops into the hot surface. Develop a rich caramel-like sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, creating a golden exterior while maintaining internal tenderness. Transfer the partially cooked chops to a temporary plate.
- Reduce the heat and incorporate minced garlic, allowing its aromatic essence to bloom for roughly 30 seconds. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, skillfully lifting the concentrated flavor fragments from the skillet’s base.
- Blend heavy cream, grated Parmesan, Dijon mustard, and fragrant thyme into the liquid, whisking continuously to create a luxurious, velvety sauce. Allow the mixture to gently simmer and slightly condense for 3-5 minutes.
- Reintroduce the seared pork chops and crispy bacon fragments into the creamy sauce. Carefully spoon the sauce over the meat, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Cover the skillet and allow the ingredients to gently meld together on low heat for 8-10 minutes, guaranteeing the pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F/63°C.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley across the surface and serving immediately alongside complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Swap bacon for turkey bacon or tempeh bacon to create a lighter, leaner version of the dish perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Allow pork chops to rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking to ensure more even and tender meat results.
- Use cast iron skillet for superior heat distribution and extra crispy exterior on pork chops, enhancing overall flavor and texture.
- Control sauce thickness by adjusting cream quantity or briefly whisking in a small amount of cornstarch for desired consistency without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 54 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg