These keto pork chops are topped with a simple dijon sauce that adds so much flavor to the tender pork chops. Ready in just 20 minutes!
In our house, we eat a whole lot of pork.
My husband’s favorite meat is definitely pork and it’s usually a quick and easy protein with so many options for low carb.
Also, hello, bacon. Yum. 😉
These pork chops with dijon sauce are a newer recipe I’ve been making for the family and we all really love the pop of flavor from the dijon. I think it pairs perfectly with the pork!
Plus it’s one of those low carb recipes that no one even realizes is low carb!
This one is quick, easy, and just takes 5 ingredients (not counting salt and pepper). Ready to do this?
Ingredient Notes:
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Pork Chops – You’ll need four boneless pork chops for this recipe, about 6 oz. each and seasoned with some salt and pepper. You could also use bone-in pork chops if you prefer.
Dijon Sauce – These are a lot like smothered pork chops, only with a Dijon cream sauce instead of a flour based gravy. This pan sauce is super quick and simple to make, but adds such a punch of flavor.
Parsley – We like to finish these keto pork chops with Dijon sauce by topping them with some minced parsley before serving!
Pork chops are a quick and easy meal to prepare that just about everyone enjoys. The Dijon sauce takes them to the next level!
The Dijon sauce is made with three simple ingredients and it tastes great with these pork chops, but you can use it in other recipes too! Try it with chicken!
This recipe is ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish.
I love using this meat thermometer for making sure the meat is fully cooked! Easy for beginners & absolutely worth the low cost. Just stick it in the thickest part of the meat to check for doneness. This thermometer is also magnetic so it’s easy to store right on the side of the fridge or oven for easy access! Get it on Amazon.
How To Make Keto Pork Chops:
Season – Sprinkle both sides of your pork chops with salt and pepper. The sauce is loaded with Dijon flavor so we’re keeping the seasoning for these seared pork chops nice and simple. You could mix it up if you wanted, but we think salt and pepper is all that’s needed. If you want to add a little spicy heat you could use some red pepper flakes or a little cayenne pepper.
Cook – We love seared pork chops in a cast iron skillet, they’re so flavorful! Heat a bit of oil in a skillet (cast iron if you’ve got one) and then pop your chops in. Cook for about 5 minutes per side or until the pork is cooked through and the chops are a nice golden brown. Remove the seared pork chops to a plate and set aside.
How To Make Dijon Sauce:
Broth – Add some chicken broth to the hot skillet and start whisking to scrape up any browned bits of pork on the bottom of the pan. Those browned bits equal loads of flavor!
Dijon – Add in your Dijon mustard and heavy cream and then cook, stirring often, until the Dijon sauce has reduced and thickened to your liking. This should take about 5 minutes over medium heat.
Finish – To complete this dish you’ll add the seared pork chops back to the pan, drizzle with the Dijon sauce, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Boom. Dinner is done! We like to drizzle extra Dijon sauce over the tops as we serve the pork chops. So good!
FAQs:
This is going to depend on how thick the pork chops are and whether you are using boneless or bone-in pork chops. It takes about 5 minutes per side with boneless, 6 oz. pork chops. Cook them until they are golden brown and double check with a meat thermometer if you aren’t sure! I’ve linked to my favorite meat thermometer above.
These will keep well in the fridge, covered, for 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave.
More Low Carb Pork Recipes:
- Keto Pork Tenderloin: This is one of the more popular recipes on my site. Read the reviews and see for yourself!
- Spinach Stuffed Pork Chops: Another popular pork chop recipe!
- Breaded Baked Pork Chops: My family loves these baked pork chops with a flavorful low carb breading!
- Keto Air Fryer Pork Chops: If you have an air-fryer, I highly recommend these air fryer pork chops!
- Air Fryer Bacon Recipe: It’s easy to make crispy bacon in the air fryer without all the mess of pan frying!
- Keto Carb Pulled Pork: It’s a BBQ favorite made easy in the slow cooker. Try it with some mustard BBQ sauce!
Pork Chops with Dijon Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops about 6 ounces each
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon minced parsley
Instructions
- Sprinkle both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook until golden on each side and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove pork chops to a plate and set aside.
- Add the chicken broth to the skillet and whisk well to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the dijon and cream and cook, stirring often, until the sauce reduces and thickens to your liking.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and sprinkle with parsley.
- Serve with a drizzle of the dijon cream sauce over the pork chops.
Mary Blake says
I wanted to cook some pork chops, but I was low on ingredients. I ended up using powdered chicken broth reconstituted. And I did not have Dijon, but I did have German coarse ground mustard. And dried parsley flakes! This was delectable, quick and easy, and is my go to for pork chops.
Karly Campbell says
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Jeannie says
We loved this. I used white wine in place of the broth, delicious! Thank you for another regular into our rotation.
Sylvia says
I love all chicken recipes and I’m wondering if possible to add sides suggestions to your meal?
Karly Campbell says
Hi Sylvia! We often include side ideas with recipes, but on the ones we don’t you can always browse through our extensive side dish archives. You can find them here and see what looks good. 🙂 https://thatlowcarblife.com/recipes/low-carb-side-dishes/
Mal says
Replaced the heavy cream with whole fat yogurt, which is what I had on hand and still worked! Also, added a teaspoon of honey – these chops were excellent! Thank you for the recipe!
Karly Campbell says
Sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Terry Crissman says
Looks delicious. I have just started my healthy, low carb this week. I’m planning on making these pork chops tomorrow for dinner. I was wondering if you could make recommendations for a side dish to go along with the meat dinner recipes. Being new to the low carb diet, I’m not really sure what or how to pair the meat with a vegetable. Thank you.
Karly Campbell says
Hi Terry! We do lots of steamed veggies, especially on saucy foods like this. Steamed broccoli is pretty good with the mustard sauce! When first starting out, it’s easiest to just keep it simple. But we have a whole section of side dishes here, if you want something more involved.
Diana Raymond says
We loved this! So yummy and a quick fix too! This we will make again and again
Diana S Raymond says
p.s. we used yellow mustard and it was awesome!
Susan says
Absolutely delicious! The only change I made was using half and half because that’s what I had on hand.
Karen says
I don’t care for Dijon mustard and, don’t have any in stock. Do you think plain ol’ yellow mustard would work? And if so, would you tweak the other ingredients to complement yellow mustard? I am loving your recipes!
Karly Campbell says
Hi Karen! I think you’d be able to sub in yellow just fine, though I haven’t tried it myself.I’m not sure if you’ll need to make other changes, but my guess is that it’ll be fine as is.
Dawn Armstrong says
You can absolutely use yellow mustard. I had to add some cream cheese red pepper flakes and I had a little bit horseradish sauce, so I doctored it up but it was so good thank you.
Teresa A FALKENSTEIN says
Made these last night and I have to say these are the BEST pork chops I have ever made. Now I’m looking for a pork chops in air fryer recipe which I thought I saw on your site, but can’t find. Can you help me out with that?
Karly Campbell says
Hi Teresa! So glad you like the recipe so much!! That sauce is divine, right? 🙂 You can find the air fryer pork chops here: https://thatlowcarblife.com/air-fryer-pork-chops/
Teresa A FALKENSTEIN says
Thanks for your quick response. I will be making these next.
Christine Askin-LeClerc says
Hey Karly!! It was delicious!! Hubby loved the sauce and the tenderloing was tender and tasty. Was even good cold the next day. Will definitely make this again
Christine Askin-LeClerc says
I’m going to try this recipe tonight, but I have a whole pork tenderloin. Will brown it in the cast iron frypan, make the sauce and then finish it off in the oven. That should still be moist and flavourful right?? Fingers crossed!
Karly Campbell says
Should be delicious! I think I’d cook the tenderloin completely before making the pan sauce though. 🙂
Mary Fowler says
I need to lose weight too. Is the low carb recipes best for me. I want to lose 30lbs. Do you have a recipe for Pork Chops with Granny Smith Apples? I found one with the crock pot and cant find it now.
Karly Campbell says
Hi Mary! Low carb can be a great way to lose weight! Apples are pretty high in sugar, so I don’t have any recipes using them.
Theresa says
I am on a Low Carb, Grain Free, Paleo diet because I must lose about half of me to avoid type 2 diabetes. Really appreciate your recipes. Especially the grain free ones that are super low carb. Many Thanks, Theresa
Karly Campbell says
Glad you find the recipes helpful, Theresa! Hang in there – this way of eating can be a tough adjustment but it’s so worth it!
Carla says
I made a similar recipe last night. My one change was to thicken the chicken broth with some corn starch and water. My husband and I loved it and I served it with Bob Evans mashed potatoes and broccoli. The heavy cream was a wonderful change to my usual pork chop gravy. I remember back in the 1980s when the “low-fat diet” was the ‘in’ thing to do. I never adhered to that diet because it was so high in carbohydrates, when I checked with my doctor he concurred completely. High carb diets are never good, especially for older people who have Type 2 Diabetes. I have a friend who “swore by” the low-fat diet. She wondered why she gained weight and her husband’s Type 2 diabetes could not stay in control.
Kayla says
Is heavy cream and heavy whipping cream the same ?
Karly Campbell says
Yep! 🙂
Toni says
I made pork chops with Dijon sauce for dinner tonight. Delicious! My son likes more sauce, so next time I will double the sauce recipe.
Jodee says
Karly
This Mustard Cream Sauce is also to-die-for served with grilled swordfish — or grilled salmon.
Karly Campbell says
Oh great idea! Thanks for sharing, Jodee!