Ingredients
To create this delicious dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 4 pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
If you’re looking to mix things up, you can substitute the heavy cream with a lighter option like half-and-half, or swap chicken broth for vegetable broth to suit your taste preferences. Remember, cooking is all about adapting recipes to your liking, just as my abuela taught me.
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to whip up your own batch of Creamy Ranch Pork Chops:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, stir in the ranch seasoning mix, ensuring it evenly coats the bottom of the skillet.
- Gently pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet for added flavor. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet, ensuring they’re nestled in the creamy sauce. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the pork chops are cooked through and tender.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
This recipe is perfect for experimenting. Try adding some sautéed mushrooms or onions to the creamy sauce for extra depth, a trick I picked up during a cooking class in my travels. Cooking should always be about exploring and enjoying the process!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International