Description
Succulent pork chops nestled with creamy scalloped potatoes create a comforting classic that brings warmth to family dinners. Rich layers of tender potatoes and juicy meat promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 1 inch thick)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme, optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, creating an ideal environment for a harmonious culinary fusion.
- Generously massage salt and pepper into the pork chops, ensuring robust seasoning across their surface.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high flame and sear the pork chops until a golden-brown crust develops, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove pork chops and set aside, preserving their caramelized exterior.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour, crafting a silky roux that will form the foundation of a velvety sauce.
- Gradually stream milk into the roux, stirring continuously to prevent lumps and create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Arrange thinly sliced potatoes and onions in overlapping layers within a greased baking dish, creating a delectable foundation.
- Pour the luxurious sauce evenly over the potato layers, ensuring complete coverage and maximum flavor infusion.
- Optional: Sprinkle a generous layer of cheese across the top for added richness and golden-brown appeal.
- Carefully position the seared pork chops atop the potato landscape.
- Transfer the assembled dish to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until potatoes become tender and pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving, enabling flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken.
Notes
- Select bone-in pork chops for more flavor and juiciness, ensuring they remain tender during baking.
- Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice potatoes uniformly, helping them cook evenly and look professionally prepared.
- Consider swapping whole milk for lighter options like low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk to reduce calorie content without sacrificing creaminess.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary between potato layers to add depth and aromatic complexity to the dish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg