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Mustard Crusted Pork Chops with Chive Mashed Potatoes

Mustard Crusted Pork Chops with Chive Mashed Potatoes
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A delightful combination of zesty mustard-crusted pork chops and creamy chive mashed potatoes that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe is flavorful, easy to make, and guarantees smiles at the table!

Ingredients

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For the Pork Chops:

  • Four boneless pork chops
  • One-quarter cup Dijon mustard
  • One cup breadcrumbs
  • One-half cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • One teaspoon garlic powder
  • One teaspoon dried thyme
  • One-half teaspoon black pepper
  • One-half teaspoon salt
  • Two tablespoons olive oil

For the Chive Mashed Potatoes:

  • Two pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • One-half cup heavy cream
  • One-quarter cup butter
  • One-quarter cup fresh chives, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Possible Ingredient Additions and Substitutions

  • Breadcrumbs: Use panko for extra crunch.
  • Dijon mustard: Swap for whole-grain mustard for a more robust flavor.
  • Cheese: Try Pecorino Romano instead of Parmesan.
  • Potatoes: Substitute with sweet potatoes for a twist.

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven
    Preheat your oven to three hundred seventy-five degrees Fahrenheit (one hundred ninety degrees Celsius).
  • Prepare the Pork Chops
    Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Brush each chop with Dijon mustard, coating them evenly.
    In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt.
    Dredge each mustard-coated pork chop in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down to ensure the coating sticks.
  • Cook the Pork Chops
    Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook until golden brown on both sides, about three to four minutes per side.
    Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional fifteen to twenty minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches one hundred forty-five degrees Fahrenheit (sixty-three degrees Celsius).
  • Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
    While the pork chops are baking, place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring the water to a boil.
    Cook the potatoes until tender, about fifteen to twenty minutes. Drain the water and return the potatoes to the pot.
    Add heavy cream and butter, then mash until smooth and creamy. Stir in fresh chives and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve
    Serve the mustard-crusted pork chops with a generous portion of chive mashed potatoes on the side.
    Garnish with extra fresh chives, if desired.

Notes

  • Bread Crumbs: Use panko for an extra crispy coating on the pork chops.
  • Substitutions: You can use sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter and different take on the mashed potatoes.
  • Oven Temperature: Make sure the pork reaches an internal temperature of one hundred forty-five degrees Fahrenheit (sixty-three degrees Celsius) for safe consumption.
  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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