Pork Chops with Mushroom Cream and Hazelnuts, Roast

Name: Pork Chops with Mushroom Cream and Hazelnuts, Roasted Blooming Onion with Ranch Dip, Roasted Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 4 extra-large yellow onions (the biggest ones you can find!); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 boneless pork loin chops, trimmed of fat; 2 cups sliced wild mushrooms (any variety, combination); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts; 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley leaves; 1/2 cup ranch dip

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
4 extra-large yellow onions (the biggest ones you can find!)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless pork loin chops, trimmed of fat
2 cups sliced wild mushrooms (any variety, combination)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley leaves
1/2 cup ranch dip

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
2
Remove the outer skin from onions, keeping them whole.
3
Cut onions from the top almost to the bottom (without cutting all the way through), making 8 equal wedges.
4
Place onions on baking sheet, spray with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper.
5
Arrange spaghetti squash on the same baking sheet, flesh side up.
6
Spray squash with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper.
7
Roast squash and onions for 25 to 30 minutes, until both are tender and onions are golden brown.
8
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
9
Season both sides of pork with salt and pepper.
10
Add pork to hot skillet and cook 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
11
Remove pork from pan and set aside.
12
To the same skillet add mushrooms and garlic and saute 5 minutes, until mushrooms soften and release juice.
13
Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
14
Return pork to pan and simmer 5 minutes, until cooked through.
15
Add heavy cream and simmer 1 minute.
16
Using a fork, pull squash from the skin in shreds, making spaghetti-like strands.
17
Arrange squash on a platter or plate and top with pork and cream sauce.
18
Top with hazelnuts and parsley.
19
Serve 2 roasted onions alongside, with ranch dip, reserving remaining onions for another meal.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 4 extra-large yellow onions (the biggest ones you can find!), Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops with Mushroom Cream and Hazelnuts, Roasted Blooming Onion with Ranch Dip, Roasted Spaghetti Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pork Chops with Mushroom Cream and Hazelnuts, Roasted Blooming Onion with Ranch Dip, Roasted Spaghetti Squash

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