Description
This Texas Roadhouse-style pork chop is juicy, tender, and full of flavor! Coated with a savory seasoning blend and seared to perfection, it’s served with a rich peppercorn sauce just like at the restaurant. Perfect for a hearty, home-cooked meal!
Ingredients
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For the Pork Chops:
- 2 bone-in or boneless pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Peppercorn Sauce:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, crushed
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Prepare the Pork Chops:
- Season the pork chops – In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme. Rub the seasoning all over both sides of the pork chops.
- Heat the pan – In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and butter.
- Sear the chops – Cook the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 145°F). Remove and let rest.
Make the Peppercorn Sauce:
- Toast the peppercorns – In the same skillet, add the crushed peppercorns and toast for 30 seconds.
- Deglaze the pan – Pour in beef broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Finish the sauce – Add heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and butter. Simmer until the sauce thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
- Serve – Spoon the sauce over the pork chops and enjoy!
Notes
- Use bone-in pork chops for extra juiciness.
- Adjust peppercorn level based on spice preference.
- Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a full meal.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg