Creamy Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Spinach

 

One of my goals this year is to make one new dish each month. We made this dish this evening and it was delicious. It is one I will definitely make again. 

Creamy Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Spinach

Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops (thick cut)

Salt

pepper

2 tablespoons Olive Oil

8 oz. Baby Bella Mushrooms, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Cheese

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 

3 cups packed baby spinach

Directions

1. Season pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add pork chops and cook until golden and cooked through. (About 6 minutes per side) Remove from skillet and place on a plate to keep warm. 
2. Add mushrooms to skillet and cook until softened, 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. 
3. Add heavy cream, Parmesan, oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Bring sauce to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 2 minutes more. 
4. Return pork chops to skillet and cook until warmed through, 5 minutes.