Fox and Briar’s Creamy Basil Skillet Pork Chops
Recipe Overview
Pork chops can be finicky. And by finicky, I mean tough and unappetizing. But these, These! The Creamy Basil Skillet Pork Chops from Fox and Briar might be some of the best pork chops I’ve ever made. And they were simple. My favorite. These are a weeknight meal that will feed the whole family. Actually, I’m making them tonight!
Ingredients List
Ingredients:
- 1 pounds thin boneless pork chops
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 large garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 yellow onion finely minced
- 3-4 ounces roasted red peppers thinly sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves plus more for garnish
- 1 cup fresh grated parmesan
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken stock
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Step 1: Sear the Pork Chops
In a large non stick pan on medium-medium high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, then sear, 4-5 minutes on each side, until just cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Onions
In the same skillet add 1 tablespoons butter. Add onion, garlic, peppers, paprika, red chili pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Sauté for about five minutes, until onions and peppers are softened.
Add wine to deglaze the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer until reduced by half.
NOTE: I left out the peppers for dietary reasons, although I’m sure it’s delicious with them!
Step 3: Add the Cream
Reduce heat to medium low. Add cream to the skillet and stir until a creamy sauce forms. Add Parmesan, stir until melted into sauce. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Stir in basil, simmer until wilted, 1-2 minutes.
Step 4: Add Pork Chops
Add pork chops back to the skillet, allow to warm up if needed. Serve.
Enjoy!
Conclusion
If you’ve ever shied away from pork chops because they inevitably turn into hockey pucks, then let this recipe be your guide. Fox and Briar have given us (me and you!) a weeknight winner. Actually, as I was sitting in my home office working on this, the 9-year-old said “oh…those were good!” And that’s all you need to know!
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