Smothered Pork Chops with Potatoes in Gravy

Oh yes! Smothered pork chops with potatoes in gravy is comfort food at its finest—tender pork, soft potatoes, and rich, savory gravy all in one pan. Here’s a solid recipe for you:

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Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the pork chops:

• 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp paprika (optional, for flavor)

• 2–3 tbsp oil or butter

For the potatoes and gravy:

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds

• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups chicken or beef broth

• 1 cup milk or heavy cream

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp butter

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prep the pork chops:

   • Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.

   • Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Sear pork chops for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown (they don’t need to be fully cooked yet). Remove from skillet and set aside.

2. Cook the potatoes and onions:

   • In the same skillet, add a little more butter or oil if needed.

   • Sauté the onions and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.

   • Add the potato slices and stir for 2–3 minutes.

3. Make the gravy:

   • Sprinkle the flour over the potatoes and onions, stirring to coat evenly.

   • Gradually add the broth while stirring to avoid lumps.

   • Add the milk or cream and stir until the mixture starts to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Combine and simmer:

   • Nestle the seared pork chops into the gravy and potato mixture.

   • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through and potatoes are tender.

5. Serve:

   • Spoon the pork chops, potatoes, and gravy onto plates.

   • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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💡 Tips:

• For extra flavor, brown the pork chops in butter instead of oil.

• You can add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce to the gravy for deeper flavor.

• Thinly sliced potatoes cook faster and absorb more gravy.

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If you want, I can also give a one-pot slow-cooker version that makes the pork chops super tender and the potatoes extra flavorful without much effort. That version is amazing for busy days. Do you want me to share that?