Description
Hearty Smothered Pork Chop and Scalloped Potato Casserole combines comfort and flavor in one delicious baking dish. Creamy potatoes and tender pork chops create a satisfying meal your family will devour in minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
Starches and Vegetables:
- 2 pounds potatoes
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Warm your oven to precisely 350°F and grab a large baking dish to prepare for this hearty meal.
- Generously season each 1-inch thick pork chop with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer the chops to a plate and use the same skillet to sauté 1 sliced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves until they soften and become translucent.
- Sprinkle 3 tablespoons flour into the skillet, stirring quickly to create a smooth roux that will thicken your sauce.
- Slowly pour 1 ½ cups milk and 1 cup chicken broth into the skillet, whisking continuously until the sauce becomes creamy and slightly thickened.
- Slice 2 pounds of potatoes thinly and create your first layer in the greased baking dish, covering the bottom completely.
- Drizzle half the sauce over the potato layer and sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese across the surface.
- Add another layer of potato slices, followed by remaining sauce and another ½ cup cheese.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon paprika over the top for a touch of color and flavor.
- Carefully place the browned pork chops on top of the potato layers.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 350°F for 1 hour.
- Remove foil and continue baking for 15-20 minutes until potatoes turn golden and pork reaches 145°F internal temperature.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving, which helps the sauce set and flavors meld.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Slice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Select bone-in pork chops for deeper flavor, but trim excess fat to prevent greasy results.
- Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels and allow better seasoning flexibility.
- Create a tender pork chop by avoiding overcooking, checking internal temperature reaches 145°F for perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg