Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes

Absolutely! Here’s a delicious Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes recipe—creamy, cheesy, and hearty 🍴🥔🐖.

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Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Pork Chops:

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

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

For the Scalloped Potatoes:

• 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

• 1 small onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1½ cups milk

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Gruyère for a richer flavor)

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Optional: fresh thyme or parsley for garnish

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork Chops

1. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Sear pork chops 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown (they don’t need to cook through yet). Remove and set aside.

2. Make the Scalloped Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

3. Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until slightly golden.

4. Slowly whisk in milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until slightly thickened (~3–4 minutes).

5. Remove from heat and stir in ¾ cup of shredded cheese.

3. Assemble the Dish

1. In a greased baking dish, layer half the potatoes and onions.

2. Pour half the cheese sauce over the potatoes.

3. Repeat with remaining potatoes, onions, and cheese sauce.

4. Place the seared pork chops on top of the potato layers.

5. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

4. Bake

• Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes.

• Remove foil and bake 15 minutes more until potatoes are tender, cheese is golden, and pork chops are cooked through (internal temp 145°F / 63°C).

5. Serve

• Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.

• Serve warm for a comforting, hearty meal.

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Tips

• Slice potatoes thinly (~1/8 inch) for even cooking.

• You can prep the potatoes and sauce ahead, then add pork chops just before baking.

• For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard or a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce.

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If you want, I can give a “quick one-pan version” where the pork chops and scalloped potatoes cook together in under an hour, with creamy, cheesy perfection and less cleanup.