Smothered pork chops

Recipe Information

Description:
Smothered pork chops is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 30 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 30 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Pork
Category Meat
Meal Dinner
Type Main Dish
Subtype Sauce/Gravy
Cuisine American
Cook Method Braising
Diet

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)

  • 1 teaspoon canola oil

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion

  • 1 package (8 ounce) sliced fresh mushrooms

  • 1 can (10 3/4 ouince) condensed cream of mushroom soup

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried sage or thyme leaves

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream

Directions

  • Remove any fat from pork chops prior to cooking.

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

  • Add the pork chops; cook for about 4 minutes on each side or until browned.

  • Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, add the oil and heat over medium heat.

  • Stir in the mushrooms and onions for about 3 minutes.

  • Mix in the sage and pepper and pour in the mushroom soup, water, and soy sauce. Stir until well mixed.

  • Bring the mixture to a boil and return the pork chops to the skillet.

  • Spoon the sauce over the pork chops and reduce the heat.

  • Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes until the pork is no longer pink in the center. Occasionally, stir and turn the pork chops.

  • Stir in the sour cream until well blended and smooth. Keep stirring until hot then serve with pork chops with sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 240 cal

  • Total fat: 11g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 70mg

  • Sodium: 280mg

  • Carbohydrate: 10g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Protein: 26g