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Creamy Ranch Pork Chops

Creamy Ranch Pork Chops
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Creamy Ranch Pork Chops combine tender, juicy pork chops with a rich and velvety ranch-infused cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering comforting flavors with simple ingredients. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a family-friendly dish that pairs wonderfully with a variety of sides and can be customized easily for different preferences or dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Pork Chops

  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops

Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pork Chops: Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning mix to infuse the meat with flavorful taste.
  2. Sear the Pork Chops: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through, locking in juices and creating a delicious crust.
  3. Make the Creamy Ranch Sauce: Remove the pork chops and set aside. Lower the heat to medium, add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté briefly until fragrant. Stir in additional ranch seasoning if desired, then pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping the skillet bottom to deglaze and combine all the flavorful browned bits into the sauce.
  4. Simmer and Combine: Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Return the pork chops to the skillet, spoon the creamy ranch sauce over the meat, and allow the flavors to meld together as the dish warms for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley or chives over the top for a fresh and colorful finishing touch. Serve hot alongside your preferred sides and enjoy.

Notes

  • Allow pork chops to come to room temperature before cooking for even doneness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; sear chops in batches if necessary to achieve a good crust.
  • Use full-fat heavy cream for the richest texture and flavor in the sauce.
  • Deglaze the pan thoroughly to incorporate all flavorful browned bits into the sauce.
  • Let pork chops rest a few minutes after cooking to maintain juiciness and tenderness.

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