Name: Keto Pork Chops Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 2 persons
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 Medium-sized Pork Chops; 1/2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt; 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 cup Button Mushrooms, sliced; 1 small Onion, minced; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme, chopped; 1/4 cup Dry White Wine; 1 cup Chicken Broth; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1/2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper; 1 teaspoon Italian Parsley, chopped

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Tender, juicy, and simmered in a rich Cajun mushroom cream sauce, these Keto Pork Chops deliver restaurant-quality flavor with only 11g of carbs per serving. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy date nights, this low-carb, one-pan recipe is loaded with protein, healthy fats, and bold flavor—without overwhelming heat.

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Pro Tip

Don’t boil the sauce after adding cream—keep it at a simmer to avoid splitting.
Pork is safe to eat at an internal temp of 145°F—use a meat thermometer for accuracy

One-pan meal that’s keto, gluten-free, and diabetic-friendly
Creamy Cajun sauce is packed with herbs, garlic, mushrooms, and just the right spice
Elegant enough for guests, easy enough for weeknights
Pairs perfectly with low-carb sides like cauliflower mash or sautéed greens

Sear chops well to develop a flavorful crust before simmering
Use full-fat cream for the richest sauce and best texture
Deglaze the pan thoroughly to incorporate all the browned flavor bits into your sauce

Serve with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or roasted vegetables
Add a simple side salad with vinaigrette to balance the richness
Spoon extra sauce over the top or over mashed turnips

Use bone-in chops for deeper flavor
Swap mushrooms for cremini or shiitake for variety
Make it dairy-free with coconut cream instead of heavy cream
Lower sodium by using homemade or reduced-sodium broth

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Reheat: Gently in a skillet over low heat to maintain texture
Freeze: Freeze cooked pork chops in sauce for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and reheat slowly

Baking Dish

Cutting Board

Large Cast Iron Skillet

For the Pork Chops:

Pork Chops – Thick, bone-in or boneless
Cajun Seasoning – Brings bold spice
Sea Salt & Black Pepper – Essential for seasoning
Olive Oil – For a clean sear

For the Cajun Mushroom Cream Sauce:

Olive Oil – To sauté aromatics
Button Mushrooms – Earthy and tender
Onion & Garlic – Flavorful aromatics
Fresh Thyme – Adds freshness and complexity
Dry White Wine – Deglazes and deepens flavor
Chicken Broth – Forms the base of the sauce
Heavy Cream – Rich and silky texture
Cajun Seasoning & Smoked Paprika – Smoky heat and warmth
Cayenne Pepper – Optional for more spice
Salt & Parsley – Season and garnish

Can I use boneless pork chops?

Yes, just reduce the simmering time slightly to avoid overcooking.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Absolutely. Prepare up to 2 days ahead and reheat gently on the stove.

What if I don’t want it spicy?

Use a mild Cajun blend and skip the cayenne pepper.

How to Make Keto Pork Chops

Start by seasoning pork chops with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chops for 3–5 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

In the same pan, heat more olive oil and sauté mushrooms for 5 minutes. Add onion, garlic, and thyme; cook until fragrant.

Deglaze with white wine, scraping up brown bits. Stir in chicken broth and return chops to the pan. Cover and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until tender.

Remove chops and reduce sauce by half. Whisk in heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne. Simmer for 3 minutes.

Return pork chops to the pan to reheat, then garnish with parsley and serve hot with your favorite keto sides.

Author: Sarah Leadon

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Time & Serves

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

50 mins

Total Time

60 mins

Serves

2 persons

Ingredients

Cajun Pork Chops

2 Medium-sized Pork Chops
1/2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Cajun Mushroom Cream Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 cup Button Mushrooms, sliced
1 small Onion, minced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme, chopped
1/4 cup Dry White Wine
1 cup Chicken Broth
1 cup Heavy Cream
1/2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon Italian Parsley, chopped

Instructions

Cajun Pork Chops

Arrange the pork chops on a cutting board or in a shallow baking dish. Season both sides of the pork chops with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

In a large skillet, add olive oil. Set the skillet over a medium-high flame.

Place pork chops into the hot skillet, making sure not to place them too close to each other and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until browned. Remove the seared pork chops from the skillet and place them on a plate.

Cajun Mushroom Cream Sauce

To the same skillet, add olive oil.

Add the button mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until they soften.

Stir in onions, garlic, and thyme, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add white wine and deglaze the skillet. Make sure you run your cooking spoon against the bottom of the skillet to release the brown bits of food.

Stir in chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Return the seared pork chops to the pot and cover the skillet. Decrease the flame to medium-low heat and cook 15-20 minutes until the pork chops are tender.

Remove pork chops from the sauce, place them on a plate, and loosely cover them with foil.

Increase the flame to medium-high heat and let the sauce come to a boil. Cook the Cajun mushroom sauce for 5-8 minutes until it reduces by half.

Whisk in the heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Cook the Cajun mushroom sauce for 3 minutes.

Return the pork chops to the Cajun mushroom sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Garnish the pork chops with parsley before serving with cauliflower rice, vegetables, or your desired side dish.

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