A Healthier Smothered Pork Chops Mushrooms and Onions

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this recipe for Healthier Smothered Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Onions, a lighter take on the classic comfort food. Featuring perfectly seasoned pork chops seared to golden perfection, this dish is smothered in a rich, creamy sauce made with low-fat milk, unsalted chicken broth, and a touch of cornstarch for a guilt-free indulgence. Sautéed onions, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic garlic add depth of flavor, while a hint of fresh thyme ties it all together. Ready in under an hour, this nutritious one-skillet wonder is perfect for busy evenings and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. Both hearty and wholesome, this recipe offers all the comfort you crave with fewer calories—great for healthy meal planning!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in or boneless pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 cups unsalted chicken broth
• 0.5 cups low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 medium yellow onion (sliced)
• 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoons fresh thyme (chopped)
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with the paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the pork chops on both sides for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the onions and mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, low-fat milk, cornstarch, soy sauce, and fresh thyme until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the broth mixture into the skillet with the onions and mushrooms. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired and serve warm. Pair with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1566.4 grams (1566.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1444

Total Fat 88.10g	113%
Saturated Fat 26.10g	131%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 310mg	103%
Sodium 1727mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 37.30g	14%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 123.20g	246%

Vitamin D 66IU	332%
Calcium 256mg	20%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2456mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 10.4%