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Smothered Pork Chops Recipe
Marigold Voss

Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

Tender pan-seared pork chops smothered in a rich onion gravy and slow-simmered until juicy and flavorful. This classic comfort-food recipe is perfect for a hearty family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Pork chops bone-in or boneless
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 cup Onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp All-purpose flour for gravy
  • 1½ cups Chicken broth low sodium
  • ½ cup Milk or heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked preferred
  • ½ tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp Dried thyme optional

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet Heavy-bottom
  • 1 Tongs For turning pork chops
  • 1 Wooden spoon For gravy
  • 1 Cutting board Prep
  • 1 Knife Sharp

Method
 

  1. Season pork chops with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear pork chops for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside.
  5. Add sliced onions to the same skillet and cook until soft.
  6. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  7. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir to form a roux.
  8. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring constantly.
  9. Add milk and dried thyme and mix well.
  10. Return pork chops to the skillet and spoon gravy over them.
  11. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until tender.
  12. Remove from heat and rest briefly before serving.

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Notes

  • Bone-in pork chops stay juicier during cooking.
  • Do not overcook to avoid dryness.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.