Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Pork Chops and Creamy Spinach recipe, a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features tender and juicy pork chops, seared to perfection and smothered in a rich and creamy spinach sauce. The spinach, wilted with garlic and Parmesan cheese, adds a vibrant green hue and a luscious texture to the dish. Accompany the pork chops with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans for a complete and satisfying meal. For a vegetarian alternative, explore our Creamy Spinach Pasta recipe, where succulent spinach and mushrooms are tossed in a velvety cream sauce, served over al dente pasta. If you're craving a hearty and flavorful soup, try our Creamy Spinach and Sausage Soup, a comforting blend of spinach, sausage, and creamy broth. And for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, our Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe offers a delightful combination of spinach, feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes, all wrapped in tender chicken breasts.
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CREAMY SPINACH MUSHROOM PORK CHOPS
These spinach mushroom pork chops have a creamy garlic sauce that comes together quickly and makes an excellent weeknight dinner.
Provided by Natasha Bull
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Take the pork chops out of the fridge 15-30 minutes before starting the recipe if possible. Season the pork generously with salt & pepper on both sides.
- In a deep skillet, add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium-high heat. Let the pan heat up for a few minutes, and once it's hot, cook the pork chops for 3-5 minutes/side or until golden (3 minutes for thinner chops and 5 minutes for pork chops that are up to 1" thick). Once the pork chops are done searing, transfer them to a plate.
- Add the remaining butter and the mushrooms, garlic, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Cook the mushrooms for about 5-6 minutes or until they've released their water and the water has just about cooked off.
- Sprinkle the flour in and cook for about a minute, stirring nearly constantly.
- Add in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir it well so the flour dissolves and let it cook for 1-2 minutes or until the liquid is reduced by half.
- Stir in the cream.
- Add the pork back into the skillet and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened up a bit (let the sauce bubble a bit but not furiously boil) and the pork chops are fully cooked through (145F minimum). Keep in mind the pork's temperature will continue to rise once you stop cooking it.
- Add in the spinach (I just lift the pork chops up with tongs and tuck it under them). Take the pan off the heat and let the spinach wilt for a minute or two. Season the sauce with extra salt & pepper if needed, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Cholesterol 166 mg, Sodium 254 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PORK CHOPS AND CREAMY SPINACH RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, onion, garlic, spinach, cream cheese, salt, pepper, thick-cut pork chops, mashed potato
Provided by Lucia Plancarte
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the spinach and cool until wilted.
- Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool.
- Make a slit on the side of each pork chop to make a pocket, but do not cut all the way through.
- Fill the pork chops with the spinach mixture. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the pork chops until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a baking sheet.
- Bake the pork chops for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve the pork chops with mashed potatoes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 1 gram
SAUTEED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC SPINACH
My family enjoys cooking easy and delicious meals. This pork chop recipe is also inexpensive, which makes cooking easier for everyone. Keep an eye on the spinach-it cooks fast! -Joe Valerio, Whitinsville, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Saute until a thermometer reads 145°, about 5 minutes per side. Remove to a serving platter; squeeze juice from lemon over chops. Tent with foil; let stand at least 5 minutes before serving., For garlic spinach, heat oil over medium-high heat in same skillet. Add garlic; cook until it just begins to brown, about 45 seconds. Add spinach; cook and stir just until wilted, 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove from heat; add lemon juice. Transfer to serving platter. Remove foil from pork; serve spinach with chops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked bacon or pancetta. You can also use a food processor to quickly chop the shallots and garlic.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half-and-half instead. Just be aware that the sauce will be thinner.
- To make the sauce even richer, you can add a tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese or a dollop of sour cream.
- If you like your spinach more wilted, cook it for a few minutes longer. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Serve the pork chops and creamy spinach over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. You can also garnish the dish with fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
This pork chops and creamy spinach recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, and the creamy spinach is rich and comforting. Serve this dish over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a complete meal.
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