Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Smothered Pork Chop and Scalloped Potato Casserole. Tender, juicy pork chops are layered with creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes and enveloped in a savory sauce that will warm your heart and soul. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is sure to become a beloved staple at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the pork chops for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chops and sauté sliced onions in the same skillet until translucent, adding garlic powder towards the end.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish; place the seared pork chops on top.
- Pour a mixture of heavy cream and chicken broth over the layers.
- Add the remaining potatoes on top, sprinkle with cheese, then bake uncovered for about 45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg