Un Stuffed Pork Chops With Mushroom Sauce Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these juicy, unstuffed pork chops! This recipe skips the fuss of stuffing while delivering incredible flavor with a decadent mushroom-wine sauce (no cream of mushroom soup here!). Tender pork chops are pan-seared to perfection then baked atop a savory breadcrumb stuffing. Finished with a rich, homemade mushroom sauce, this dish is both delicious and surprisingly easy. Perfect for a special occasion or a satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 555 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
Un Stuffed Pork Chops With Mushroom Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Un Stuffed Pork Chops With Mushroom Sauce

  • Pork Chops
  • Oil
  • Bread
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup + 1 cup chicken broth
  • Parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Poultry Seasoning
  • Fresh Mushrooms
  • Dry Sherry
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

How to Make Un Stuffed Pork Chops With Mushroom Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped. Sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of cubed bread (day-old is best), the sautéed onion and green pepper, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well. Add more broth if needed to achieve a moist consistency.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 pork chops (about 1-inch thick) with salt and pepper. Brown the chops quickly for about 1 minute per side.
  5. Lightly spray a casserole dish with cooking spray. Spoon the stuffing into two mounds in the dish. Place the browned pork chops on top of the stuffing.
  6. Cover the casserole dish and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  7. While the chops are baking, prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 2 minutes, until they begin to soften.
  8. Add 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook until almost all evaporated. Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until well combined.
  9. Stir in 1 cup of chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Add more broth if needed.
  10. Spoon the mushroom sauce over the pork chops and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

63g

Carbs

10g