Smothered Pork Chops Potatoes (Printer-Friendly)

Savory pork chops cooked with tender potatoes in a rich, flavorful gravy for a hearty meal.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pork Chops

01 - 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Cooking Base

04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 1 large onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Gravy and Potatoes

08 - 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and sliced
09 - 2 cups chicken broth
10 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
11 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
12 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Season both sides of the pork chops evenly with salt and ground black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chops and keep aside.
03 - Lower heat to medium. Add butter and the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Incorporate minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
04 - Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the sautéed onions and stir continuously for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping any browned bits from the pan, until the sauce is smooth.
05 - Add potato slices and dried thyme to the skillet, stirring to combine evenly.
06 - Nestle the seared pork chops into the gravy and potatoes. Cover and simmer on low heat for 35 to 40 minutes, until pork is cooked through and potatoes are tender. Serve immediately with gravy spooned on top.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For best results, use bone-in pork chops around 1 inch thick to retain moisture during cooking.