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Pork Chop Marsala

This Pork Chop Marsala brings a touch of Italian elegance to your dinner table.
Whether you choose boneless or bone-in chops, this recipe is flexible. Bone-in chops will bring more flavor to the sauce but will take a wee bit longer to cook. Keep that instant-read thermometer close by to guarantee perfection.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 668kcal
Author: Pat Nyswonger

Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground fennel
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 pork loin chops ¾ to 1-inch thick
  • 5 tablespoons butter divided
  • 16 oz. crimini mushrooms sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves grated
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
  • 1 cup dry marsala wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Chopped fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish combine the flour, salt, pepper, fennel and paprika. Remove and reserve 2 tablespoons of the dredging flour.
  • Pat the pork chops with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, then dredge in the dish of seasoned flour, shake off the excess flour and place the chops on a plate. 
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot add the pork chops to the skillet and sear until a rich brown, about 4 minutes. Flip the chops and sear the other side lightly for 1 minute.  (The chops will finish cooking in the sauce). Transfer the seared chops to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat under the skillet to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the sliced mushrooms, and cook, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown.
  • Add the garlic, thyme and tarragon, cook for another 30 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant. Do not allow the garlic to brown.
  • Sprinkle the mushrooms with 2 tablespoon of the dredging flour, stir and cook for 1 minute.  Add the marsala wine and the chicken broth, stirring to combine.  Adjust the heat and simmer for 5-6 minutes until the sauce thickens lightly, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Transfer the pork chops, and any accumulated juices, to the skillet and simmer until the pork chops are cooked through and registers 145°F on an instant read thermometer, about 3 more minutes.  
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter until melted. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.  Garnish with chopped fresh herbs and serve with mashed potatoes, noodles or rice if desired.

Notes

  • You can choose boneless or bone-in pork chops. Aim for cuts that are uniform in thickness. Remember, bone-in chops often add more flavor but take a bit longer to cook.
  • Make sure your oil is hot before adding the pork chops to the skillet. A preheated pan ensures a beautifully golden-brown sear that locks in flavors.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan, as this can lower the temperature and lead to steaming rather than searing.
  • Before serving, let the pork chops rest in the sauce for a few minutes off the heat. This allows the meat to reabsorb some of the juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 668kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 1333mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g