Easy Smothered Pork Chops
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
339 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Smothered Pork Chops
Description
This recipe for Easy Smothered Pork Chops starts with thick, bone-in center-cut pork chops seasoned generously with salt and pepper, then seared in a skillet until golden brown on both sides. They are transferred to the oven to finish cooking to a safe internal temperature while juices are retained. Meanwhile, a gravy is prepared in the same skillet by sautéing sliced white or cremini mushrooms and onions in olive oil, then adding butter and garlic. Flour is incorporated to create a roux which is then slowly mixed with chicken broth to form a smooth, thickened sauce. The final dish features pork chops smothered in a savory mushroom and onion gravy that adds moisture, flavor, and richness to the meat. This homestyle preparation delivers a comforting texture where tender pork meets creamy sauce, making it suitable for serving with mashed potatoes or vegetables for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops 1 to 1 1/2-inch thick, bone-in, center cut
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large white onion halved and sliced
- 8 ounces white mushrooms sliced, or cremini mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat 4 bone-in center cut pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the seared chops to the prepared 9x13 pan. Finish cooking in the oven until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), about 15 minutes.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large white onion (halved and sliced), 8 ounces white or cremini mushrooms. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter and 2 teaspoons minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Stir for 1 minute until no white streaks remain.
- Slowly pour in 2 cups chicken broth, stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes. Taste the gravy and add additional salt, if needed.
- When the pork chops are finished baking, return them to the skillet. Spoon the onion and mushroom gravy over the pork chops. Serve hot.
Notes
- Thinner pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick) can be fully cooked in the skillet without oven finishing, cooking 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- For best results, use thick-cut pork chops to maintain juiciness and texture during cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 339 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1pork chop | |
| Calories | 339kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1421mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 829mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 12.6mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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