Are you craving a mouthwatering meal that combines tender, juicy pork chops with creamy, golden potatoes swimming in a rich, velvety gravy? Look no further! This classic American dish is about to become your new go-to comfort food that will have your family begging for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen that's guaranteed to impress.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chops and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add peeled and diced potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth until smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the sautéed potatoes to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place the seared pork chops on top of the potatoes.
- Pour the soup and broth mixture evenly over the pork chops and potatoes, ensuring everything is well-coated.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove foil during the last 5 minutes of cooking to allow the top to brown slightly.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. The gravy will thicken as it cools.
- Serve hot, spooning extra gravy over the pork chops and potatoes.
Tips
- Pat the pork chops completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that pork chops reach exactly 145°F for optimal juiciness and food safety.
- Don't skip the searing step - it locks in flavor and creates a delicious crust on the meat.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow the gravy to thicken and flavors to meld.
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the seasoning mix.
- If the gravy seems too thick, you can thin it out with a little extra chicken broth.
- Choose bone-in pork chops for even more flavor and moisture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 434kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 80mg
