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    Home » Pork

    Creamy Bacon Pork Chops

    Published: Jul 25, 2021 / Updated: Jan 25, 2023 / 12 Comments

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    In just 30 minutes these creamy bacon pork chops can be on your table! They're pan seared to perfection and have the most amazing bacon cream sauce.

    I have a feeling you'll also love my Creamy Garlic Pork Chops. It's one of my most beloved boneless pork chop recipes.

    creamy bacon pork chops in a skillet

    Why you'll love it

    Have you ever thought to pair bacon with pork? I did, and the results are spectacular. Like, SO good. Bacon makes everything better, and this easy pork chop recipe is no exception. It's rich, decadent, and all-around comforting. Stroke of genius, if I do say so myself. I'm so excited to share it with you guys.

    You get a perfect sear on the pan fried pork chops, and the creamy bacon sauce is irresistible. This feels fancy, but it's a quick weeknight dinner. The same goes for my Creamy Bacon Chicken recipe, which actually inspired this one, and it's a hassle-free skillet meal as well!

    Everything you'll need

    • Bacon - one of the key ingredients! If using thick cut bacon, you can get away with using 4-5 slices instead of 6.
    • Pork chops - I used boneless pork chops. If you want to use bone-in pork chops, you will likely need to brown them in two batches since they are quite large. Or just make 2 or 3 and keep the sauce quantity the same.
    • Butter and flour - to make a quick roux
    • Chicken broth - to infuse even more savory flavor into the sauce
    • Lemon juice - a little bit of acidity gives a bright, zesty element
    • Garlic powder - I can't resist adding garlicky flavor
    • Cream - heavy cream is essential to our luxurious sauce. Don't sub it for anything else if you can avoid it!
    • Parsley - it's optional, but fresh parsley makes a lovely garnish and gives a pop of freshness

    How to cook bacon pork chops

    This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

    `frying bacon and pan searing pork chops in a cast iron skillet

    Add cut-up bacon to a skillet and cook it over medium-high heat until crispy. Using a splatter guard helps a ton here. Transfer it to a paper towel lined plate, and leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet. Sear the pork chops for 3-5 min/side until golden, and transfer to a plate.

    making cream sauce for creamy bacon pork chops in a skillet and adding bacon

    Add the flour to the skillet, then whisk in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Let it reduce for a minute or two. Stir in the cream, and add the bacon and pork back in. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, until the sauce has thickened up a bit and the pork is cooked through!

    Tips for success

    • This recipe works best with pork chops that are 0.75-1" thick. Use an instant read meat thermometer to quickly check if they're done or not, and keep in mind that their temperature will continue to rise once you take them off the heat. It's easy to overcook pork!
    • As always, be aware that substituting the cream for something with a lower fat content may not yield desired results. The sauce may end up thinner and/or break.
    • You could sub the chicken broth (half or all of it) with dry white wine for a special touch. Pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc would be great.

    What to serve with this dish

    • You can't go wrong with Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Roasted Red Potatoes.
    • I also like to serve it with buttered Brussels sprouts, but many veggies would work including my tasty Roasted Green Beans.
    • A light side salad goes well too since the sauce is quite rich. Try my Super Simple Parmesan Arugula Salad!
    creamy bacon pork chops with mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts

    Leftovers and storage

    • While this is best when eaten immediately, leftover pork chops will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days if stored properly in an airtight container.
    • Reheat in a saucepan over a low heat. The sauce might need a splash of additional cream to revive it.
    • I wouldn't recommend freezing this since it has a dairy-based sauce.

    More pork chop recipes to try

    • Easy Smothered Pork Chops and Gravy
    • Easy Pan Seared Pork Chops
    • Creamy Spinach Mushroom Pork Chops
    • Juicy Baked Pork Chops
    • Ranch Pork Chops
    close-up of creamy bacon pork chops in a skillet

    Questions about these pork chops? Let me know in the comments below! And tag me #saltandlavender on Instagram if you've made one of my recipes!

    creamy bacon pork chops in a skillet

    Creamy Bacon Pork Chops

    In just 30 minutes these creamy bacon pork chops can be on your table! They're pan seared to perfection and have the most amazing bacon cream sauce.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 537 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 6 strips bacon cut into small pieces
    • 4 pork chops see notes
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • 1 tablespoon butter if needed (see step 5)
    • 1 tablespoon flour
    • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
    • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 3/4 cup heavy/whipping cream
    • Fresh parsley chopped (optional, to taste)

    Instructions
     

    • Take the pork out of the fridge about 15-30 minutes prior to starting the recipe if possible.
    • Cut the bacon up and add it to a skillet (I use kitchen shears to make this fast). Cook over medium-high heat until crispy (about 10 minutes). Transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate, and leave about 2 tablespoons of the fat in the skillet.
    • Pat the pork chops dry with paper towel and then season them with salt & pepper.
    • Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook them for 3-5 minutes/side (3 minutes for thinner chops and 5 minutes for pork chops up to 1" thick). Once the pork chops are seared, transfer them to a plate.
    • If the pan is looking fairly dry, add in a tablespoon of butter, but if there's still some bacon fat left in the pan, go ahead and sprinkle the flour in, stir it, and cook for about 30 seconds.
    • Whisk the chicken broth, lemon juice, and garlic powder in. Stir and let it cook for about a minute or until noticeably reduced.
    • Stir in the cream.
    • Add the bacon and pork back in (along with any juices left on the plate) and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened up a bit (let the sauce bubble a bit but not furiously boil) and the pork chops are fully cooked through (145F minimum). Keep in mind the pork's temperature will continue to rise, so if it's close, take it off the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
    • Season the sauce with extra salt & pepper if needed and top with chopped parsley if using.

    Notes

    • You can use boneless pork chops like I did or bone-in. Pork chops that are 0.75-1" thick will work best for this recipe. Anything much thicker or thinner is likely to end up under or overcooked. If pork chops are large, you may need to sear them in two batches (or just cook 2-3 pork chops and keep the sauce quantity the same).
    • It's easy to overcook pork. I recommend using an instant read thermometer to test. Pork that's 145F and pink inside is safe to consume.
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 537kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 35gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 334mgPotassium: 630mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 761IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword creamy bacon pork chops, pork chops with bacon cream sauce
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Rebecca says

      December 21, 2022 at 4:12 PM

      This has become a staple in our house! We follow the recipe to the T and love it. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 21, 2022 at 7:43 PM

        You're very welcome! 🙂

        Reply
    2. KathyD says

      October 22, 2022 at 6:26 AM

      5 stars
      This was SO GOOD!! The sauce flavor was absolutely perfect and yummy!!! Love, love, love. I'm saving this in my Best Of 2022 recipe file. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 22, 2022 at 9:41 AM

        Aww thanks, Kathy!! So happy to hear it. I appreciate your review!

        Reply
    3. Lynnbug says

      October 2, 2022 at 9:45 PM

      5 stars
      This receipe is delicious, easy and I've made it twice in a 2 wk span. Thanks #saltandlavender you did it again😋

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 3, 2022 at 11:11 AM

        You're very welcome!! 😀 Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    4. Lacey says

      September 30, 2022 at 7:52 AM

      5 stars
      I have just recently discovered your blog, and I'm sad it took me so long! My family has enjoyed several of your amazingly tasty (but easy!) recipes. I made this one last night with one spin: I had some leftover baby bellas in the fridge that I didn't want to go to waste, so I sautéed them with a bit of chopped onion between cooking the bacon and the pork. So good!

      Other memorable recipes are your Boursin chicken (so easy and WOW!) and the creamy mushroom pork medallions. Plus I've used several of your awesome side dishes for family get togethers. Can't wait to try some of the others I've saved. Thanks for sharing and helping me out of my cooking "slump"!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 30, 2022 at 3:21 PM

        Aww thank you, Lacey!! 😀 I really appreciate your comment. So glad you enjoyed this recipe as well as the others! Let me know if you try anything else.

        Reply
    5. Gianna says

      January 10, 2022 at 5:41 PM

      5 stars
      This is a winner. I have made a lot of recipes on your page but this sauce tops them all. We enjoyed it with a side of veggies and potatoes one night and over veggie pasta for lunch. Perfection!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 10, 2022 at 6:30 PM

        That's awesome!! 😀 Thanks for your review, Gianna!

        Reply
    6. Erica says

      October 4, 2021 at 9:52 PM

      5 stars
      Soooo Yummy! My daughter is EXTREMELY picky AND SHE IS licking the sauce off the plate....

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 5, 2021 at 9:42 AM

        Well now that's great to hear!! Thanks for letting me know!! 😀

        Reply

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