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Smothered Pork Chop and Scalloped Potato Casserole

Smothered pork chop and scalloped potato casserole with creamy cheese sauce, caramelized onions, and tender potatoes baked together.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Pork Chops (boneless or bone-in)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder optional if using fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or margarine
  • 1 large Onion or shallots if preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh or powdered
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour (30g)
  • 2 cups Whole Milk or skim/almond milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh or dried
  • 4 cups Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Gruyère Cheese or cheddar for a sharper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven:

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  • Season Pork Chops:

    Generously rub the pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

  • Sear Pork Chops:

    Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

  • Caramelize Onions:

    In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for about 5 minutes until caramelized. Add fresh garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

  • Make Sauce:

    Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Add thyme. Bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened.

  • Layer Potatoes and Sauce:

    Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the skillet. Pour half of the sauce over the potatoes. Sprinkle half of the cheese.

  • Repeat Layering:

    Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese.

  • Add Pork Chops:

    Nestle the seared pork chops on top of the potato mixture. Cover the skillet with foil.

  • Bake Covered:

    Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden.

  • Rest and Garnish:

    Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
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