Easy Skillet Pork Chops with Gravy are tender, creamy and seriously comforting! This easy one-pan recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and is ready in only 25 minutes!
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I've got a crazy good pork chop recipe to share with you today that I know you are going to love!
So, my spice-rubbed pork chops are a go-to in our house - so easy and such simple ingredients - and we all love my garlic butter pork chops with lemon too.
Today I'm excited to share with you my easy skillet pork chops with gravy.
It's a one-pan recipe that's ready in just 25 minutes and has the most tender pork chops and the most incredible smooth, rich, creamy gravy to go on top.
Swoon!
It's perfect for a warm and comforting dinner that'll have everyone at the table digging right in!
These easy pork chops with gravy are comfort food to the max but still on the healthy side.
The recipe includes a really simple, basic homemade gravy for pork chops but it's so creamy and delicious! You're going to want to eat it with a spoon. Which you totally should.
But save enough to drench the pork chops. And maybe some extra to drizzle over everything else on your plate. Or that's what I do at least!
OK, let's get cooking.
Ingredient Notes:
Pork: The key to a yummy pork chop recipe is not overcooking the pork. I've included some tips below on how to get tender pork chops every time. Also, this recipe is written for 1-inch thick pork chops. If yours are super thick or really thin, the cook time will need to be adjusted.
Flour: You can use all purpose flour, white wheat flour or whole wheat flour, whatever you've got. I've made it with all of those and they each work great.
Thyme: If you don't have any fresh thyme, you can use dried thyme or substitute some Italian seasoning, basil or oregano.
Greek yogurt: I use plain Greek yogurt for the creamy element in this recipe, but sour cream works too. Non-fat is fine to use.
Serving Ideas:
I love serving these with my easy microwave baked potatoes and a steamed veggie. (Broccoli, broccolini, green beans or asparagus would all work great. As would a green salad.)
All of those sides can cook at the same time as the pork, so everything's ready and dinner is on the table in just 25 minutes.
These pork chops also go really well with mashed potatoes, so you can drizzle some extra gravy over everything. Nom, nom, nom!
Roasted potatoes and creamy polenta would be other good options.
Tips on cooking pork chops:
- How long your pork chops cook will depend on their thickness and your exact heat level.
- I highly recommend using a meat thermometer to check the temperature. I have a digital one that I love.
- Remove the pork chops from the heat when they have reached an internal temp of 135. They'll continue cooking off the heat and be cooked through without being overdone. (Note: It's safe for pork chops to have a slightly light pink center.)
- Always let pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes before you slice them, so that they retain all their juices.
It's really easy to overcook pork chops and then they just taste bland and tough. I really do use a thermometer whenever I make them to avoid this.
But also, having a yummy gravy like this to drench every bite can cover up any accidental overcooking. Gotta love a forgiving recipe!
I hope you give these easy pork chops with gravy a try soon.
Enjoy!
XO,
Kathryn
Easy Skillet Pork Chops with Gravy
Ingredients
For the pork chops:
- 4 (4 oz) boneless pork chops, about 1 to 1 ½ inches thick
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ¼ teaspoons fresh chopped thyme, (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
For the gravy:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons flour, all purpose or white wheat
- 1 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt, or sour cream
Instructions
- Season pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper and thyme.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the olive oil.
- Add pork chops to the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until well browned. Remove the pork chops from the pan and cover to keep warm. (They will finish cooking later.)
- Make the gravy. Reduce the heat to medium low and add the butter to the skillet.
- Add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook the flour mixture for 1 minute, whisking occasionally, to get the raw taste out.
- Add chicken broth to the pan slowly and whisk continuously to combine until the mixture is smooth, without any lumps. Sprinkle in the thyme, salt and pepper.
- Let the gravy cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the pork chops to the pan and turn to coat them in the gravy. Cover the pan with a lid (or aluminum foil) and cook for 8-10 minutes, until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 135.
- Remove from heat. Add the Greek yogurt to the gravy and stir to combine.
- Serve the pork chops with plenty of gravy over top.
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You might also like this Instant Pot pork tenderloin recipe that has a gravy made right in the Instant Pot.
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Andreana says
Very good recipe,. My family loved it. Quick and surpringly easy!!!
Kathryn Doherty says
Oh I'm so happy to hear you all loved it! Thank you for sharing! : )