Description
A hearty and comforting casserole featuring tender pork chops smothered in a rich gravy and layered with creamy scalloped potatoes. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the Pork Chops:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Scalloped Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- 2. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 4. In the same skillet, melt butter for the gravy. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Layer half the sliced potatoes and onions in the baking dish. Sprinkle with half the cheese, salt, pepper, and thyme. Repeat with remaining potatoes, onions, and cheese.
- 6. Pour the heavy cream and milk mixture over the potatoes. Dot with butter.
- 7. Place seared pork chops on top of the potatoes. Pour the gravy over the pork chops.
- 8. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is golden.
- 9. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika to the pork chops before searing. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.