Keto Creamy Mushroom Pork Chops (Printable)

Golden seared pork chops in a savory mushroom cream sauce, served with tender roasted radishes for a hearty low-carb dinner.

# Components:

→ Pork Chops and Seasoning

01 - 4 bone-in pork chops, 1 inch thick
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Roasted Radishes

06 - 1 pound radishes, trimmed and halved
07 - 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Creamy Mushroom Sauce

11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 - 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
13 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
15 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
16 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
17 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
18 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus additional for garnish
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss radishes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and thyme, then spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
02 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
03 - Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
05 - In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and mushrooms, sautéing for 5 to 6 minutes until mushrooms are browned and moisture evaporates.
06 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
07 - Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Return pork chops and any accumulated juices to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
09 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve pork chops with creamy mushroom sauce and roasted radishes.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels fancy enough for company but comes together in under an hour with minimal fuss.
  • The radishes transform into something entirely different when roasted, and people always ask what they are.
  • You get a restaurant-quality cream sauce without any weird ingredients or complicated techniques.
02 -
  • Dry your pork chops thoroughly before searing, or they'll steam instead of developing that beautiful golden crust that makes the first bite so satisfying.
  • Don't skip flipping the radishes halfway through roasting—the flat sides need that contact with the hot pan to caramelize properly.
  • Once the cream goes into the sauce, keep the heat at a gentle simmer; high heat can break the cream and make it grainy instead of silky.
03 -
  • Buy your mushrooms a day or two ahead and store them uncovered in the fridge so they dry out slightly and brown faster when sautéed.
  • If your pork chops are thicker than an inch, increase the searing time by a minute on each side and add 2–3 minutes to the final simmer so they cook through without toughening.
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