Pork Chops Au Poivre

Name: Pork Chops Au Poivre
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 4 oz boneless pork chops, 1/2 inch thick, trimmed; 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; ½ tsp salt, divided; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium medium shallot, minced; ½ cup brandy; ¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream

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French

Main Course

25 min

372 cal

Servings: 4

Stovetop

Pan-seared pork chops coated with cracked black pepper, finished with a silky brandy and sour cream reduction enriched with shallots. A classic bistro-style preparation that's elegant yet straightforward.

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Ingredients

4 4 oz boneless pork chops, 1/2 inch thick, trimmed

1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

3 tbsp all-purpose flour

½ tsp salt, divided

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium medium shallot, minced

½ cup brandy

¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream

Directions

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Combine the coarsely ground black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon of salt on a shallow plate. Press both sides of each pork chop firmly into the pepper mixture to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the flour on another shallow plate. Lightly dredge the pepper-coated pork chops in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place the pork chops in the hot oil and sear for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F. Transfer the cooked pork chops to a plate and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced shallot to the same skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes until softened.
Carefully pour in the brandy, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the brandy to reduce slightly and cook off some of the alcohol.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until smooth and fully combined. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Serve immediately.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.5

All ingredients are stocked routinely at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Walmart, and Kroger banners across Charlotte, with no special stops required. The cost per serving lands around $5–6 when using mid-range pork chops and standard brandy, making this weeknight-friendly for a family of four. The 25-minute claim glosses over the flour-dredging and sauce-building steps; expect 35 minutes start to finish, though the actual hands-on time is light. The dish is elegant but straightforward—it reheats decently in a skillet with a splash of cream—and suits households that cook ahead or want a restaurant feel without fuss.