Smothered Pork Chop Scalloped Potato (Printable Version)

Golden pork chops rest atop layers of cheesy scalloped potatoes for a comforting family-style casserole.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pork Chops

01 - 6 bone-in pork chops, approximately 1 inch thick
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Scalloped Potatoes

07 - 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
08 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
09 - 2 cups whole milk
10 - 1 cup heavy cream
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
13 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
15 - 1 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
17 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Garnish (optional)

18 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Season pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate; they will finish cooking in the oven.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute until a smooth roux forms. Gradually whisk in whole milk and heavy cream. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
05 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in shredded cheddar, half the Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Mix until the cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
06 - Arrange half the sliced potatoes in the prepared baking dish. Top with half the onion. Pour half the cheese sauce over the layer.
07 - Repeat layering with remaining potatoes, onions, and cheese sauce.
08 - Place the seared pork chops evenly over the potatoes. Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
09 - Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 20–30 minutes, until potatoes are tender, sauce is bubbling, and pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
10 - Allow casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses basic grocery ingredients you likely have in your kitchen now
  • The potatoes soak up all that savory sauce for extra flavor throughout
  • Cooks in one dish for simple prep and cleanup
  • Feeds a crowd and stretches well for leftovers
02 -
  • High in protein and very filling
  • Leftovers taste even better as the flavors continue to meld together overnight
  • Freezes well if prepared without the garnish
  • The way sharp cheddar melts into the potatoes is my favorite part I once brought this to a neighbor recovering from surgery and she called me a week later for the recipe She said it was the first thing she craved after getting her appetite back
03 -
  • Slicing potatoes very thin helps everything cook evenly A mandoline slicer saves time and improves results
  • Always brown the pork first for better flavor even though it will finish in the oven
  • Letting the dish rest before serving is vital for the neatest slices and best creamy texture
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