Smothered Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 2 teaspoons savory pork chop seasoning (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, herbs)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with savory pork chop seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden-brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F). Remove from skillet and keep warm.
4. In the same skillet, saute chopped onion and sliced mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent and mushrooms are browned. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the skillet. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
6. Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
8. Serve the pork chops with sauce on top and garnish with fresh parsley.