Pork Chops Normandy

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Oct. 15, 2022
Pears and brandy team up to turn ordinary pork chops into a restaurant-quality dish that’s good enough for guests. Serve with an upscale side, such as brussels sprouts or asparagus, and a glass of wine for a fantastic meal. —Gina Quartermaine, Alexandria, Virginia
Pork Chops Normandy Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 medium pears, peeled and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons brandy or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, brown pork chops in butter. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute pears and shallots until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in brandy; cook over medium heat until liquid is evaporated.
  2. Stir in the cream and seasonings; cook for 2-3 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Return pork chops to skillet; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, turning once.