Creamy Pork Chops (Keto/Low Carb/Gluten Free)

Low Carb Creamy Pork Chops is a Keto friendly and gluten-free version of the Creamy Pork Chop Recipe with only 7 grams of carbs per serving. Pork Chops are dredged in Almond flour instead of regular flour and creamy sauce is thickened with either Xanthan gum or Parmesan cheese instead of flour.

The original non-keto creamy pork chops recipe has moved to a new location (the main difference is the use of flour and number of carbs). If that’s the recipe you are looking for please access it here:

Pork Chops in Garlic Herb Wine Sauce

If you are interested in the Keto version of the pork chops, continue reading this post. As a reminder, the state of Ketosis is achieved through the use a low carbohydrate diet. This way your body is restricted in glucose containing carbohydrates and since glucose is your body’s primary fuel source, your body will start looking for alternative sources of fuel, such as fat and not carbs. That’s how it will start burning burn excess body fat for fuel.

HOW TO MAKE SURE THIS PORK CHOP RECIPE IS KETO/LOW CARB

This keto Creamy Pork Chops recipe requires boneless pork chops which are low carb already and dry white wine. Make sure to choose a low carb wine that is keto compliant, such as Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay or Riesling. More about keto friendly wines and alcohol in general in this article.

Pork chops are dredged in Almond flour, instead of regular flour to ensure they are Keto compliant.

How to thicken the sauce with Keto friendly ingredients

Option one – use Xanhan gum. Instead of regular flour, Xantham gum is used in this Keto Pork Chop recipe as a sauce thickener. It’s one of the easiest ingredients to use. It can turn any thin liquid into a rich sauce! Xanthan gum has a very neutral flavor so it mixes well with foods without masking their flavor. Xanthan gum is also gluten free and low carb and is a perfect flour substitute on Keto diet.

Keep in mind that a little goes a long way when xanthan gum is concerned. Go light on it and let it heat up as you are whisking it in it will thicken you just need to give it a little time. If you find it is too thin you can always add a little more.

Option two – use Parmesan cheese. If you are reluctant to use Xanthan gum, another great and tasty option is to use Parmesan cheese. Use 1/3 cup of cheese to thicken the sauce.

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Pork Chops in Creamy Garlic & Herb Sauce (Keto/Low Carb)

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

 

Pork Chops in Creamy Garlic & Herb Sauce is a low carb and Keto friendly recipe that uses Almond flour for dredging pork chops. With only 7 grams of carbs per serving, this will become the staple of your Keto diet!

Course: Main Course

Servings: 4

Calories: 497 kcal

Author: Olya at Whatsinthepan

Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork chops
• 2 tablespoons butter

Dredging Mixture for Pork Chops:

• 1/4 cup Almond Flour
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/8 teaspoon Xanthan gum (or use 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 lemon juice of fresh lemon
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme leaves only

Instructions

1. Dry mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning and season generously with salt and pepper.

   
   

   
   

2. Cooking pork chops: Dredge pork chops thoroughly in dry mixture, then heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   Once hot, add pork chops and sear them by cooking for 3-4 minutes per side for a total of 6-8 minutes. First side is cooked on medium high, but when cooking on the second side, reduce the heat to medium. Remove pork from heat and transfer to a plate. Cover to keep warm.

3. Creamy garlic & herb sauce: Return skillet to heat, add 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes on medium heat.
   

4. Add 1/8 teaspoon of Xanthan Gum (make sure to add it to the butter and garlic mixture before adding wine). It's important to keep stirring when adding liquids in the next step, as it will form clumps if not constantly in motion while it is incorporated into the liquid. If using Parmesan cheese instead of Xanthan gum, skip this step and continue to the next one.
   

5. Start pouring in wine while still on medium heat and continue stirring for about 1 minute. Next squeeze lemon into the pan, add chicken stock and heavy cream. If the sauce is not thick enough at this point, sprinkle just a bit more of Xanthan gum while still stirring. Add fresh thyme and Italian seasoning, season with salt and pepper (to taste). If using Parmesan cheese, add it at this point. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. Taste the sauce and add more seasoning, if necessary.

6. Adding pork chops to the sauce: Reduce heat to low and return pork chops to pan. Depending on the thickness of your pork chops, you might just need to heat them up a bit to make sure they are done. Drizzle some of the sauce over pork chops and reheat on low for 2-3 minutes or until pork chops are done.

Recipe Notes

If you are looking for the non-Keto version of this recipe, please access the recipe here: Pork Chops in Creamy Garlic & Herb Wine Sauce

Nutrition Facts

Pork Chops in Creamy Garlic & Herb Sauce (Keto/Low Carb)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 497 Calories from Fat 315

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 35g 54%

Saturated Fat 17g 85%

Cholesterol 161mg 54%

Sodium 223mg 9%

Potassium 593mg 17%

Total Carbohydrates 7g 2%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 1g

Protein 32g 64%

Vitamin A 16.7%

Vitamin C 11.2%

Calcium 7.2%

Iron 9.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Make sure to use a good heavy skillet here, such as cast iron and make sure it’s a large one too.

I used 12 inch Lodge Pro-Logic Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet in this recipe – it’s well designed, has a helper handle and sloped sides – very sleek looking for cast iron! And it’s one of my most used kitchen tools!

A more traditional looking cast iron skillet that is also very well made is this 12 inch Lodge Cast Iron Skillet – it never sticks or leaves weird black dots like other cast iron skillets do. And it has over 9,000 positive reviews on Amazon: