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Creamy Pork Chop Bake

Name: Creamy Pork Chop Bake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Creamy Pork Chop Bake
Ingredients: 4 pork chops; 1 onion sliced; 2 garlic cloves; 250 ml double cream; 100 ml chicken stock; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 50 g parmesan cheese; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch pepper

Creamy Pork Chop Bake is a comforting and simple meal that brings tender meat and a rich sauce together in one dish. It uses basic ingredients that most people have in their kitchen cupboards. This recipe is perfect for a busy weekday evening when you want something warm and satisfying. You can serve it with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables to soak up all the extra sauce.

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Why creamy pork chop bake is a favourite

The combination of heavy cream and savoury pork creates a deep flavour that develops beautifully in the oven. Using a Creamy Pork Chop Bake method ensures the meat stays juicy while the outside gets slightly golden. This cooking style allows the garlic and thyme to infuse directly into the sauce. It is a reliable family favourite because it requires very little active preparation time.

A step-by-step guide to creamy pork chop bake

Step 1

Brown the meat: Season the pork with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Fry the chops for two minutes on each side until they turn golden brown. Place the browned meat into a single layer in your baking dish.

Step 2

Soften the vegetables: Use the same frying pan to cook the sliced onion until it becomes soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute to release the aroma. Spread the cooked onions and garlic evenly over the pork chops in the dish.

Step 3

Prepare the sauce: Mix the double cream and chicken stock together in a measuring jug. Stir in the dried thyme and a little more pepper if you like. Pour this creamy mixture over the pork and vegetables until everything is well covered.

Step 4

Bake the dish: Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the top of the dish. Place it into a preheated oven at 200C for twenty five minutes. The sauce should be bubbling and the cheese should be melted and golden when it is ready to serve.

Extra tips for creamy pork chop bake

Make sure to brown the meat properly before putting it in the oven to lock in the juices and add extra flavour. If the sauce looks too thick after cooking you can stir in a splash of hot water or extra stock. Using thick cut chops will prevent the meat from drying out during the baking process.

You can add sliced mushrooms to the Creamy Pork Chop Bake for extra texture and an earthy taste. If you prefer a bit of spice a small pinch of mustard powder or paprika works well in the cream sauce. Always let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving to let the sauce thicken slightly.

You may also like grilled scallops, stuffed pointed cabbage or cured pork loin.

Ingredients

servings

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4 pork chops
1 onion sliced
2 garlic cloves
250 ml double cream
100 ml chicken stock
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
50 g parmesan cheese
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper

Cooking time

Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving

Energy:3222 kJ / 770 kcal
Fat:57 g
- of which saturates:30 g
Carbohydrates:4 g
- of which sugars:2 g
Protein:55 g
Fibre:1 g
Salt:600 mg

The dish usually takes about twenty five minutes in a preheated oven at 200C. You will know the Creamy Pork Chop Bake is finished when the sauce is bubbling and the meat is cooked through.

Can I use single cream for this Creamy Pork Chop Bake?

It is better to use double cream because it is more stable and less likely to split during baking. Double cream gives the Creamy Pork Chop Bake a much richer and thicker consistency than single cream or milk.

What side dishes go well with pork chops?

Creamy mashed potatoes or boiled new potatoes are excellent for soaking up the sauce. Green beans or steamed broccoli also provide a nice fresh contrast to the rich flavours of the meat.