Creamy Mushroom Pork Chops

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season and Sear:

   • Season pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Sear pork chops for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

2. Cook Mushrooms:

   • In the same skillet, add butter.

   • Add mushrooms and sauté until tender and browned, about 5 minutes.

   • Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. Make the Cream Sauce:

   • Pour in chicken broth and stir, scraping up browned bits from the pan.

   • Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and thyme. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.

4. Combine and Simmer:

   • Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer on low for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked and the sauce is creamy.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with parsley and serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.