Smothered Pork Chop for One

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword boneless pork chop, dinner for one, pork chop for one, pork chop gravy

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings 1 serving

A seasoned boneless pork chop seared and served in a creamy onion and thyme gravy, all in one skillet.

Ingredients

½ tbsp all-purpose flour
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp smoked paprika
⅛ tsp salt
⅛ tsp black pepper
1 boneless pork chop 5–6 oz, approximately ½-inch thick
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove minced
⅛ tsp smoked paprika for the gravy
⅛ tsp dried thyme
⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp heavy cream

Directions

Stir together the flour, garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon of smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the pork chop on all sides.
Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 2 to 3 minutes on the first side and about 3 minutes on the second, until the thickest part reaches 145°F. Move it to a plate and cover it.
If the pan looks dry, add another ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion and cook for 1 minute.
Stir in the garlic, the ⅛ teaspoon of smoked paprika, and the thyme and cook for 30 seconds.
Pour in the broth, scraping up the browned bits, and simmer for about 2 minutes. Stir in the cream and simmer for 2 minutes more, until the gravy thickens.
Put the pork back in the pan, spoon the gravy over it, and heat for about 1 minute. Serve right away.

Nutrition

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for the whole recipe (1 serving); pork chop counted as raw boneless pork chop (5 oz). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.