Creamy Cajun Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 thick-cut center cut pork chops
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small yellow onion
diced
- 1 cup sliced cremini or white button mushrooms
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 Cubos de Knorr Selects Caldo de Tomate
1 tomato bouillon cube
- 1 cup water
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Directions
- 1
Season the chops with salt and black pepper to taste. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chops, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chops and set aside,
- 2
Add the onions and mushrooms to skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 3
Meanwhile, dissolve 1 tomato bouillon cube in 1 cup of hot water. Add the tomato stock and deglaze the pan, stirring up any browned bits. Season with a pinch of salt. Turn down the heat to a simmer, add the bay leaves and nestle the chops back in the sauce. Cover and simmer on low for about 20-25 minutes until the chops are cooked through.
- 4
Remove the cooked chops to plate. Increase the heat to high and bring pan juices to a boil. You want to reduce the juices by about half.
- 5
Remove the bay leaves and turn the heat down to low. Whisk in the sour cream, Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika until smooth and creamy and heat for 3 minutes. Do not bring to a boil. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Add chops back to pan and coat in sauce and heat another minute or two.
Creamy Cajun Pork Chops
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, yet exciting weeknight dinner that feels like a special occasion? These Creamy Cajun Pork Chops deliver incredibly juicy pork smothered in a rich, spicy Cajun tomato cream sauce that will quickly become a family favorite.
This recipe works wonders because it transforms simple, thick-cut pork chops into a tender, flavor-packed dish. The combination of savory onions and earthy mushrooms creates a perfect base, while the Cubos de Knorr Selects Caldo de Tomate adds a deep, umami-rich tomato flavor that elevates the entire sauce, making it taste like it simmered all day.
Prepare for a truly satisfying meal where tender pork chops are bathed in an irresistibly creamy sauce. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of savory goodness from the onions, mushrooms, and garlic, brightened by the tomato, and finished with a comforting warmth from the Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika. The sour cream provides a beautiful tang and luxurious body, balancing the spices beautifully.
- To customize, feel free to adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to dial up or down the spice level to your preference. While thick-cut center cut pork chops are recommended for their juiciness, you can use other cuts of pork chops, adjusting cooking time as needed. If you don't have cremini mushrooms, white button mushrooms work perfectly.
Serve these delicious Creamy Cajun Pork Chops over a bed of fluffy white rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or alongside some crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that incredible sauce. It's an ideal dish for a comforting family dinner or when you want to impress without a lot of fuss.