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Smothered Pork Chops with Green Beans

This savory pork dish brings rich flavor to the table and pairs well with bright or crisp sides.

Smothered Pork Chops with Green Beans recipe
Prep15
Cook25
Total40
Servings2

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops (boneless center-cut)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 lb green beans, trimmed
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in skillet; sear pork chops on both sides until browned; remove and set aside.
  3. In same skillet, sauté onion and mushrooms until tender; add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  4. Return pork chops to skillet; add broth and bring to simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Whisk cornstarch with a little water; stir into skillet; simmer until gravy thickens.
  6. Meanwhile, steam or sauté green beans until crisp-tender; serve alongside pork chops with gravy.

Gourmet Geek Tip

Use bone-in chops for juicier meat. | Add a splash of balsamic vinegar to gravy for tanginess. | Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted cauliflower.

Equipment

Skillet with lid • Small bowl • Whisk