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Pork Chops in Creamy Mushroom Sauce with Mashed Potatoes

40 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain potatoes$17.00640 cal · 42g protein

Ingredients

  • boneless pork chops1½ lb
  • cremini mushrooms8 oz
  • garlic3 cloves
  • chicken broth¾ cup
  • heavy cream½ cup
  • dried thyme1 tsp
  • Yukon gold potatoes2 lb
  • butter3 tbsp
  • milk½ cup
  • olive oil1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water 15 minutes until tender; drain and mash with 2 tbsp butter, the milk and salt.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile season the chops with salt, pepper and thyme and sear in the oil over medium-high heat 4-5 minutes per side to 145°F; set aside.

  3. 3

    Add the remaining butter and the mushrooms to the skillet and cook 5-6 minutes until browned, then add garlic for 30 seconds.

  4. 4

    Pour in the broth, scrape up the browned bits and simmer 3 minutes; stir in the cream and simmer 2 minutes until thickened.

  5. 5

    Return the chops and any juices to the pan and spoon the sauce over them.

  6. 6

    Serve over the mashed potatoes.

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