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Smothered Pork Chop & Scalloped Potatoes

Smothered Pork Chop & Scalloped Potatoes for Cozy Nights

Delight in this Smothered Pork Chop & Scalloped Potatoes, a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 6 pieces Boneless Pork Chops Bone-in can substitute with longer browning time.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for browning the pork chops.
  • 4 cups Thinly Sliced Potatoes Slice to about 1/8-inch for even cooking.
  • 1 small Onion (thinly sliced) Adds sweetness and flavor.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Any melting cheese like Monterey Jack can work well.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Milk Use skim or low-fat for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
For Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (optional) For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the boneless pork chops generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the seasoned pork chops for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden, then set aside.
  4. Melt butter in the same skillet, then sauté the sliced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the onions; cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  6. Whisk in the milk and chicken broth gradually, stirring until thickened, around 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the dried thyme, paprika, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
  8. Layer half of the sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish, pour half of the cheese sauce over them, then place the browned pork chops on top.
  9. Top with the remaining potatoes and cheese sauce, and sprinkle the last cup of cheddar cheese on top.
  10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
  11. Rest the casserole for about 10 minutes after baking; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy twist! This casserole can also be prepared a day in advance for convenience.

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