Savory Slow-Cooked Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
Indulge in these succulent slow-cooked pork chops, tenderized to perfection in a rich and flavorful creamy Dijon mustard sauce. This dish features the perfect balance of savory onions, fragrant garlic, and a hint of spice, combined with a velvety sauce that elevates the classic pork chop dinner. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it over mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious sauce, and enjoy a meal that is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare.
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Servings
200
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (for frying)
pork chops
4-6 (1-inch thick) (bone-in or boneless)
onions
2 (thinly sliced)
garlic cloves
4 (minced)
dry mustard
1 teaspoon (for seasoning)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon (for seasoning)
cayenne pepper
1 pinch (for seasoning)
all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons (for thickening)
cider vinegar
1 tablespoon (for flavor)
white wine
1/2 cup (for flavor)
Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons (for sauce)
whipping cream
1/2 cup (for sauce)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are browned but not fully cooked through. Transfer the seared chops to the bottom of your slow cooker.
2
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the thinly sliced onions. Sauté the onions until they become soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Add the minced garlic, dry mustard, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the sautéed onions. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the onion mixture and stir well. Cook for an additional minute to remove any raw flour taste.
5
Pour in the cider vinegar and white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
6
Pour the onion and wine mixture over the pork chops in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid and cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours or on High for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the pork is tender.
7
Once cooked, carefully remove the pork chops from the slow cooker and place them on a warmed serving platter.
8
To create the creamy sauce, stir in the Dijon mustard and whipping cream into the juices left in the slow cooker. Mix until well combined. Turn off the slow cooker.
9
Spoon the creamy sauce over the pork chops on the platter and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Information
13.3g
Fat
5g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The main protein is pork chops, specifically 4 to 6 bone-in or boneless chops that are 1-inch thick.
How should the pork chops be prepared before slow cooking?
The pork chops should be seared in a large skillet with vegetable oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
How many onions are required for this dish?
The recipe calls for 2 onions, which should be thinly sliced.
What type of oil is best for searing the meat?
One tablespoon of vegetable oil is used for frying the pork chops.
How long do I need to saute the onions?
The onions should be sauteed for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The seasonings include dry mustard, salt, fresh ground black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe requires 4 minced garlic cloves.
Why is all-purpose flour added to the mixture?
Two tablespoons of all-purpose flour are added to thicken the sauce and cooked for one minute to remove the raw flour taste.
What liquids are used to deglaze the skillet?
One tablespoon of cider vinegar and 1/2 cup of white wine are used to scrape up the browned bits from the skillet.
How long should the pork cook on the Low setting?
In the slow cooker, the pork should cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours.
Is there a faster cooking option for the slow cooker?
Yes, you can cook the pork chops on the High setting for 2 to 2.5 hours.
When is the Dijon mustard added to the recipe?
The 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard are stirred into the slow cooker juices after the pork chops have been removed.
What makes the sauce creamy?
The addition of 1/2 cup of whipping cream at the end of the cooking process creates the creamy sauce.
What are the suggested serving sides for this meal?
It is recommended to serve the pork chops over mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the creamy sauce.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 200 calories per serving of this dish.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 13.3g per serving.
How much protein is in this recipe?
This recipe provides 15g of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 13 ingredients used in this recipe.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
It has a hint of spice due to the inclusion of a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Can I use boneless pork chops?
Yes, the recipe specifically notes you can use either bone-in or boneless pork chops.
What type of mustard is used for seasoning?
One teaspoon of dry mustard is used for the initial seasoning mixture.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to heat vegetable oil in a large skillet and sear the pork chops until browned.
How much cider vinegar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar for flavor.
What should I do with the pork after it is done cooking?
Carefully remove the pork chops and place them on a warmed serving platter before finishing the sauce.
Do I need to keep the slow cooker on while adding the cream?
The instructions suggest turning off the slow cooker after mixing in the Dijon mustard and whipping cream.
What kind of pepper should I use?
The recipe recommends 1 teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a family dinner and comfort food.
How much white wine is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of white wine for the sauce.
How thick should the pork chops be?
The recipe recommends using pork chops that are 1-inch thick.