Absolutely! Here’s a classic comfort-food recipe for pork chops with scalloped potatoes—rich, creamy, and perfect for a hearty dinner. I’ll give a version that’s oven-baked for that golden, cheesy top.
Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
Ingredients:
For the pork chops:
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the scalloped potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, finely sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional, adds warmth)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & Gruyère)
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for topping
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley
Instructions:
1. Prepare the scalloped potatoes (base layer):
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and slightly thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes and onions in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour half of the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese.
2. Cook the pork chops:
- Season pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown (they’ll finish cooking in the oven).
3. Assemble and bake:
- Nestle the seared pork chops into the scalloped potato layers in the baking dish.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes to brown the cheese on top.
4. Serve:
Garnish with parsley. Serve hot—comfort food at its finest!
💡 Tips:
- Use a mandoline for evenly sliced potatoes—they cook more consistently.
- You can prep the scalloped potatoes a day ahead and just add pork chops on top before baking.
- For extra richness, stir a little cream into the milk sauce.
If you want, I can also give a “one-pan stove-to-oven shortcut version” where the pork chops and scalloped potatoes cook together with minimal cleanup. It’s perfect for weeknights.
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