Garlic Pork Chops in Creamy Mushroom Gravy

 Ray loves this one! She has asked for it on more than one occasion. I like to serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

For the pork chops:

4 pork chops

1 t paprika

1 t garlic powder

Salt and pepper

2 T butter

2 T olive oil

For the mushroom sauce:

1 cup sliced brown mushrooms

4-5 garlic cloves, minced

1 t Italian seasoning

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 T fresh chopped parsley

Salt and pepper

1. Combine paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pat the pork chops dry and season generously with the spice mix. Heat olive oil and butter in skillet over medium high until butter is melted.

2. Sear the pork chops for 3-5 minutes per side until well browned on both sides. Transfer to plate and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and stir fry until golden brown, scraping up any bits leftover from the chops.

4. Add garlic, parsley and Italian seasoning and continue stirring for 30 seconds. Pour in the broth. Add the cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. 

5. Place pork chops and their juices back into the sauce and simmer for 2-3 more minutes until chops are cooked.