It’s as straightforward and tasty as the name suggests! The Pork Chop Dinner cooks up plenty of savory, yet sweet pork chops, with a delicious pan-seared crust, atop a bed of tender, poultry-flavored potatoes and onions. It’s chops, gravy, and an amazing side all in one dish! While it may take a little patience to wait for it all to roast, the results will stun you with its delicious flavor! This Pork Chop Dinner settles the debate on what to eat for dinner!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 6 (3/4-inch-thick) pork rib or loin chops
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- paprika, optional, to taste, for garnish
- fresh parsley, optional, minced, to taste, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 3 –In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Step 4 –Stir in the flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper until smooth.
Step 5 –Add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 6 –Cook while stirring, until thickened, about 1 minute.
Step 7 –Transfer the saucepan from the heat.
Step 8 –In a large skillet, heat the oil.
Step 9 –Add the pork chops and cook until browned on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
Step 10 –Season the pork with the salt and the pepper.
Step 11 –Layer the potatoes and the onion in the prepared baking dish.
Step 12 –Pour the broth mixture over the layers in the baking dish.
Step 13 –Place the pork chops on top of the layers in the dish.
Step 14 –Cover the baking dish and bake for 1 hour.
Step 15 –Uncover and bake until the meat and potatoes are tender, and the pork reaches an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees F, about 30 minutes.
Step 16 –Sprinkle with the paprika and the parsley.
Step 17 –Serve.
