Tender Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

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Sink your teeth into the most tender, flavorful smothered pork chops you’ll ever make. This Southern comfort food favorite features perfectly seared, juicy pork chops coated in a rich and creamy onion gravy. The velvety sauce, infused with herbs and garlic, smothers the chops, making every bite a savory delight. It’s the ultimate cozy meal, perfect for serving with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.

Ingredients:

  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Pork Chops:
    Season the pork chops generously on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Dredge each pork chop lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Sear the Pork Chops:
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set them aside.
  3. Caramelize the Onions:
    In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and golden. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Make the Gravy:
    Stir in the remaining flour (from dredging) to the onions and garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Then add the milk or cream, thyme, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  5. Smother the Pork Chops:
    Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the pork chops simmer in the gravy for 25-30 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.
  6. Serve:
    Garnish the smothered pork chops with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or rice.

Enjoy the soul-soothing flavors of these smothered pork chops!

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