Creamy Garlic Pork Chops Recipe

Savor pork chops seared to a perfect golden crust, then bathed in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. This dish marries whole garlic cloves with a touch of thyme and chicken broth to enhance its decadent flavor. Simple yet elegant, it transforms an everyday meal into an indulgent culinary experience.

I’ve been experimenting in the kitchen lately and honestly this Creamy Garlic Pork Chops recipe has become one of my favorite go-to meals. It takes only around 30 minutes so it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

I start with 4 bone-in pork chops seasoned with salt and pepper then sear them in a mix of 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. The star of the dish is the garlic cream sauce made with 10 garlic cloves that are lightly smashed, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 cup heavy cream, dried thyme and garlic powder.

Not only does this dish deliver a rich, comforting flavor but its high protein content and good fats make it a satisfying option for a pork dinner that fits into a low carb or keto lifestyle. Its hearty taste reminds me of homey garlic pork chop recipes that bring warmth to every bite.

Enjoy cookin and dig in!

Why I Like this Recipe

1. I really love how the sauce is all creamy and garlicky, making every bite super flavorful and delicious.
2. I like that this recipe is really quick and easy, it only takes about 30 minutes which is great when im in a rush.
3. The way it uses chicken broth to deglaze the pan makes everything mix together nicely and gives it an extra kick of flavor.
4. I appreciate how it keeps it simple with ingredients that are easy to find and still manages to be extra tasty.

Ingredients

• Bone-in pork chops are a great protein source and pack a satisfying meaty flavor.
• Garlic cloves pack a punch, adding aromatic and healthy compounds enhance the taste.
• Heavy cream makes a silky sauce that enriches the dish even if its high fat.
• Olive oil boosts flavor with healthy unsaturated fats and helps achieve a perfect sear.
• Unsalted butter adds depth and a creamy finish that makes the sauce even richer.
• Chicken broth brings a rich, natural savory flavor that complements the pork well.
• Dried thyme introduces a subtle earthiness that balances garlic and cream flavors nicely.

Ingredient Quantities

• 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 10 garlic cloves, peeled (smash them lightly)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

How to Make this

1. Season your pork chops good with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and carefully add the pork chops.

3. Cook the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they get a nice brown color, then set em aside on a plate.

4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once the butter melts, toss in all the garlic cloves (they should already be smashed lightly).

5. Let the garlic cook for about a minute until it smells really good but don’t let it burn.

6. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits off the bottom of the pan.

7. Now mix in the heavy cream along with the dried thyme and garlic powder. Stir it all up and let it come to a simmer.

8. Put the pork chops back in the skillet, spooning some of that creamy garlic sauce over them.

9. Let everything simmer together for about 7-10 minutes, or until the pork chops are fully cooked and the sauce thickens a little.

10. Turn off the heat and serve the pork chops smothered in that delicious garlic cream sauce. Enjoy!

Equipment Needed

1. A large skillet to sear the pork chops and simmer the sauce
2. A stove or cooktop to provide the heat needed
3. Measuring cups for the chicken broth and heavy cream
4. Measuring spoons for the olive oil, butter, thyme, and garlic powder
5. A spatula or tongs to flip the pork chops and stir the sauce
6. A plate to temporarily set aside the cooked pork chops
7. A knife to help with smashing the garlic cloves if needed

FAQ

Creamy Garlic Pork Chops Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you don’t have bone-in pork chops, you can use boneless chops or even pork loin, just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Instead of unsalted butter, you can use salted butter but you might wanna cut back on the extra salt in the recipe.
• If you are out of chicken broth, vegetable broth or even water mixed with a bouillon cube can work just fine.
• Don’t have heavy cream? Try using half and half, although the sauce may end up a bit lighter than the original version.
• If dried thyme is missing, rosemary or oregano can be a good alternative to still give that herby flavor.

Pro Tips

1. Let the chops sit out for about 20 minutes before cooking so they cook evenly, which really helps getting that nice brown crust on ‘em.
2. Don’t crowd the pan when you sear the pork; if needed, cook in two batches so you get that good sear instead of steaming the meat.
3. When you add the garlic after the butter melts, keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn, because burnt garlic can give a bitter taste to the whole dish.
4. Be sure to deglaze really well by scraping up all those tasty browned bits from the pan; it makes your sauce so much more flavorful.