Here’s a classic and comforting recipe for Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes 🥩🥔🧄 — creamy, cheesy, and perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Pork Chops
- 4 Pork Chops, about ¾–1 inch thick
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil or butter
- 1 tsp Paprika (optional)
For the Scalloped Potatoes
- 4–5 medium Potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 Onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups Milk or half milk/half cream for richer flavor
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
- 1–1½ cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- Salt, pepper, and pinch of Nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven & Pan
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish for scalloped potatoes.
2. Make the Scalloped Potatoes
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour to make a roux, cook 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in milk, cooking until slightly thickened.
- Add ½–¾ of the cheese, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Layer potatoes and onions in the baking dish, pouring sauce between layers.
- Top with remaining cheese.
3. Bake the Potatoes
- Cover with foil and bake 30–35 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
4. Cook the Pork Chops
- Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chops 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Finish in the oven at 375°F for 5–10 minutes, until internal temp 145°F (63°C).
5. Serve
- Plate a pork chop with a serving of scalloped potatoes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme if desired.
✅ Tips
- For extra creamy potatoes, soak sliced potatoes in cold water for 15 minutes before cooking to remove excess starch.
- Add garlic or thyme to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked when ready for a convenient meal.
If you want, I can also make a one-pan version where the pork chops and scalloped potatoes cook together in the oven, making cleanup easier and flavors even richer.
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