Smothered Beef Loin Chops (Printable Version)
Beef loin chops, slow cooked with onions and herbs, finished with a creamy pan sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef
01 -
2 pounds bone-in beef loin chops
→ Fats
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
→ Aromatics
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1/2 small yellow onion, diced (approximately 1/4 cup)
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2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried mustard powder
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1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste
→ Sauce Components
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1 1/2 cups chicken broth
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3/4 cup heavy cream
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
→ Herbs
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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1 teaspoon dried basil
# Steps:
01 -
Sprinkle both sides of the beef loin chops evenly with dried thyme, salt, ground black pepper, and mustard powder.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and warm olive oil until shimmering. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for approximately 2 minutes until softened.
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Push sautéed onion and garlic to one side of the skillet. Add seasoned beef chops and sear each side for about 2 minutes until lightly browned.
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Move the beef, onions, and garlic into the slow cooker.
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Pour chicken broth into the slow cooker over the beef chops.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the beef is tender.
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Carefully transfer beef chops to a plate and cover to keep warm.
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Whisk heavy cream into the remaining cooking liquid in the slow cooker.
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Pour liquid into a small saucepan and whisk in cornstarch. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly for 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened.
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Add additional salt and ground black pepper to the sauce if necessary.
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Pour thickened sauce over the beef chops and sprinkle with dried parsley and basil before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
For the richest flavor, sear the beef chops before transferring to the slow cooker. Adjust seasoning at the end for a balanced sauce.