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Cajun Grilled Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Pan Sauce

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cajun grilled pork chops

My mom is visiting this week. Wee Hoo! I haven’t seen her since the beginning of last summer so I was beyond excited for her to come. And, now she’s here and I’m enjoying every single moment. The kids are eating up their Grandma time and soaking up every bit of attention. As I’m sure you can imagine, I want to take advantage of these precious moments I have with her, so I thought I’d share an oldie but goodie with you today.

This recipe isn’t completely new, if you’ve been following me for a couple of years you may recognize it. I created the recipe about two years ago when I was writing for Smithfield, but I’ve never actually posted the recipe on this blog. We make it so often I thought it deserved a proper post here. It’s my absolute favourite way to eat pork chops and it comes together so quickly but looks so special. The chops are covered in a homemade cajun spice mix, grilled until smoky, succulent and spicy. Then they get draped with a quick and flavourful creamy mushroom pan sauce. Every time I think of them my mouth just starts to water. My hubby isn’t a fan of mushrooms but he loves this pairing just as much as I do.

I prefer the bone-in pork chops because they have more flavour but feel free to use boneless if that’s what you prefer. Also, when I don’t have access to a grill I have done them on the stove top. They are still absolutely delicious this way so if you don’t have a grill don’t let that stop you from making them.

Now if you’ll excuse me I have to go give my Mom another hug. :)

Cajun Grilled Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Pan Sauce

Cajun Grilled Pork Chops
  • 4 bone-in pork chops

Rub pork chops liberally with Cajun seasoning and grill over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

Creamy Mushroom Pan Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese spread

Saute mushrooms, onions, garlic and Cajun seasoning in oil over medium heat until softened. Add chicken broth and cream cheese. Stir until smooth. Serve immediately spooned over pork chops.

Serves: 4

Homemixed Cajun Seasoning

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cajun seasoning

It is becoming nearly impossible to get a good photo these days. The weather is so dreary and rainy that I have to turn on the lights as soon as I get up in the morning and they do not go off until I go to bed. Our house isn’t very well lit either so I am beginning to feel like I’m living in a cave. When the sun finally does shine through I just might hobble my way onto the porch, beating my chest, yelling in a garbled language. That may not even be too far from the truth seeing as I spend most of my days with a 16 month old who only speaks gibberish.

I don’t know what I will do when winter is in full swing. By December the sun will rise at 10 and set at 3. How in the world am I ever supposed to get anything accomplished in a mere 5 hours of daylight? Especially considering that my favourite time to photograph is between 2 and 4 when my son is napping. The sun will be descending by 2! Groan. I love winter. I really do. But, it is going to make this hobby of mine a lot more difficult.

This cajun seasoning is the bomb! I love to use it on hash-browns, grilled chicken, fries, you name it. It adds such a pop of flavour to otherwise boring fare. I like to make things like this from “scratch” because you can control the flavours and salt content. If there is a certain seasoning that your family does not like, decrease the amount, swap it for a different kind or leave it out all together. That is the great thing about making your own mix. It doesn’t have to be authentic, it just needs to suite your families taste buds. For us? I decreased the salt by half and kept everything else as is. (The recipe is written with the lower salt content.)

Homemixed Cajun Seasoning

adapted from Allrecipes

  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2.5 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/4 tsp. oregano
  • 1 1/4 tsp. thyme
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
  1. Mix together until well blended. Store well sealed in an airtight container.

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