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dutch oven pork chops
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dutch oven pork chops

Tender, juicy pork chops seared to golden perfection and braised in a savory herb-infused sauce. This one-pot Dutch oven recipe delivers comfort and flavor in every bite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in pork chops about 1 inch thick
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half optional for creamy version
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water optional for thickening
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the Pork Chops:
  2. Pat pork chops dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Sear in Dutch Oven:
  4. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  5. Sauté Aromatics:
  6. In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onion and cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds.
  7. Deglaze & Build Sauce:
  8. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Stir in thyme, and Dijon mustard if using. For creamy sauce, also stir in heavy cream or half-and-half.
  9. Return Pork & Simmer:
  10. Return pork chops to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer over low heat for 20–25 minutes, or until pork is tender and cooked through (145°F internal temp).
  11. Thicken Sauce (Optional):
  12. Mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir it into the sauce and simmer uncovered for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  13. Serve:
  14. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

  • Bone-in vs. boneless: Bone-in chops are more flavorful, but boneless can be used—reduce cooking time slightly.
  • Flavor variations: Add mushrooms, apple slices, or a splash of white wine for more complexity.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.