Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes
Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes is a comforting dish that combines juicy, seared pork chops with creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes. This classic recipe evokes nostalgia and brings families together around the dinner table. Ideal for gatherings or cozy weeknight meals, it’s an effortless way to impress your guests while delighting their taste buds with a harmonious blend of savory and creamy flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (sautéed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the dish. Top with half of the sautéed onion-garlic mixture, seasoning lightly with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add half of the heavy cream and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Bake covered for about 60 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear seasoned pork chops until golden brown on both sides (about 3 minutes per side).
- Ensure pork reaches an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C) before serving alongside scalloped potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with scalloped potatoes (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 564
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 107mg