pork loin chops in creamy spinach sauce

Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
Surrey South, BC

This tasty recipe is very easy to make plus it takes only 30 minutes to prepare.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For pork loin chops in creamy spinach sauce

  • 4 lg
    pork loin chops, patted dry
  • ground Himalayan pink salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp
    smoked paprika or as needed
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 c
    finely chopped white onions
  • 1/2 c
    finely chopped red pepper
  • 4 lg
    cloves garlic, pressed
  • 3 c
    baby spinach, packed
  • 1 1/4 c
    heavy cream
  • 1/2 c
    low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 c
    dry white wine
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    Herbes de Provence
  • 1/4 tsp
    red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1/3 c
    Grana Padano cheese (substitute Parmigiano-Reggiano or asiago cheese), grated

How To Make pork loin chops in creamy spinach sauce

  • 1
    Generously season chops on one side with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; set aside.
  • 2
    In a deep skillet over medium-high heat, add butter and oil.
  • 3
    When it sizzles, add pork, seasoned side down, and season the top with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • 4
    Sear for 3 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 145º F. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • 5
    Reduce heat to medium. Add onions and sauté for 1 minute. Add red peppers and cook for 2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 45 to 60 seconds.
  • 6
    Add spinach and toss it around for 2 minutes.
  • 7
    Pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, and white wine. Add Herbes de Provence, red pepper flakes, and cheese. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • 8
    Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 3 minutes.
  • 9
    Return the pork chops to the skillet including any accumulated juices and coat with the sauce; reheat for 2 minutes.
  • 10
    To view this great 30-minute recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/zKBwuk4Ns7Q

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