Pork Chops With Mushroom Cream Sauce Low Carb Recipe

How to Make Pork Chops With Mushroom Cream Sauce Low Carb

1. Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Generously season both sides of 4 (1-inch thick) pork chops with the herb mixture.
4. Let the seasoned pork chops rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
5. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
6. Carefully place the pork chops in the hot skillet. Do not move them for at least 2 minutes to allow a good sear to develop.
7. Cook the pork chops undisturbed for 4 minutes per side for 1-inch thick chops (adjust cooking time if chops are thicker or thinner).
8. Reduce heat to medium if needed to prevent burning.
9. Once browned, cover the skillet tightly with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven.
10. Cook for 10-12 minutes for 1-inch thick chops (reduce to 6-8 minutes for thinner chops).
11. While the pork chops are cooking, prepare the mushroom sauce:
12. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small non-stick skillet over medium heat.
13. Add 8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
14. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
15. Deglaze the pan with 1/4 cup dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
16. Remove the pork chops from the oven and skillet, and transfer to a serving platter; cover to keep warm.
17. Add the cooked mushrooms and their liquid to the same cast iron skillet used for the chops, increase heat to medium-high.
18. Stir up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
19. Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
20. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
21. Return the pork chops to the skillet to reheat gently in the sauce (optional) or pour the sauce generously over the chops on the serving platter.
22. Serve immediately with your favorite low-carb green vegetable (e.g., asparagus, broccoli, or spinach). Enjoy!