Smothered pork chops with potatoes in gravy

Here’s a teen-friendly Smothered Pork Chops with Potatoes in Gravy recipe—comfort food at its finest 🥔🍖

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Smothered Pork Chops with Potatoes in Gravy

Ingredients (serves 3–4)

For the pork chops:

• 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

For the gravy and potatoes:

• 2–3 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced thinly
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Optional: 1/2 cup milk or cream for creamier gravy

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Instructions

1. Prep and dredge pork chops:
   • Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
   • Lightly coat with flour.
2. Brown the pork chops:
   • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Brown pork chops 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook potatoes and onions:
   • In the same skillet, add sliced onions and potatoes.
   • Sauté 3–4 minutes.
4. Make the gravy:
   • Sprinkle remaining flour (about 2 tbsp) over potatoes and onions; stir to coat.
   • Slowly pour in broth, stirring to avoid lumps.
   • Add garlic powder and paprika.
   • Bring to a simmer.
5. Combine and simmer:
   • Return pork chops to the skillet.
   • Cover and simmer 20–25 minutes until pork is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
   • Optional: stir in milk or cream for a creamier gravy.
6. Serve:
   • Plate pork chops with potatoes and spoon gravy on top.

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Tips & Variations

• Extra flavor: Add a pinch of thyme or rosemary to the gravy.
• Thicker gravy: Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with a little water and stir in at the end.
• Quick version: Use thin-cut pork chops—they cook faster and don’t need long simmering.

This dish is hearty, savory, and perfect for a cozy dinner 😋

I can also give a one-pan oven-baked version that’s even easier to make for teens. Do you want me to do that?