Garlic Pork Chops With Gravy

Pork chops are economical and they make a quick, easy, and delicious meal. These pork chops are juicy and succulent and loaded with garlic. Serve with mashed potatoes, or rice for a perfect comfort food supper.

Ingredients

4 pork chops
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 Tbs. oil
2 Tbs. butter, divided
1 head of garlic, minced
1 Tbs. flour
1/2 c. chicken stock
3/4 c. heavy whipping cream, evaporated milk, or whole milk

Directions

Season the pork chops with salt and pepper to taste, paprika and garlic powder.

In a heavy cast iron skillet heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter.  Sear the pork chops until they are lightly browned on both sides. The length of time to cook the pork chops depends on their thickness. For thin pork chops, cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side.  For thicker pork chops, cook about 5 minutes on each side.

Remove the pork chops, placing them on a plate while you prepare the gravy. 

Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. when the butter is melted, add the garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat until the garlic is browned. 

Stir in the flour.  cook and stir for about 1 minute to remove the flour taste. 

Stirring constantly, pour in the chicken stock. Cook and stir until thickened. 

Pour in the cream, (or evaporated milk or whole milk) Cook and stir until combined. Add the pork chops into the skillet. continue to cook for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the pork chops are done. They should have an internal temperature of 145°.  Remember to stir the sauce occasionally and turn the pork chops over.

Taste the gravy and add more salt and pepper if needed. Serve with mashed potatoes of rice.