Smothered Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
Directions
- 1
Read recipe notes before beginning. Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
- 2
Combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder in a pie plate or cake pan then mix well; set aside.
- 3
Heat oil in a large cast iron frying pan or oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- 4
Season pork chops with salt and pepper to taste then dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour. Reserve flour mixture to use later.
- 5
Brown chops on both sides in hot oil (don’t try to cook the chops through as they will finish cooking in the oven). Set browned pork chops aside.
- 6
Add 1/4 cup of the reserved flour mixture to the oil in the pan then whisk until smooth. The consistency should be about as thick as ketchup – if it is thin, add a little more flour (or if too thick, add a little more oil).
- 7
Brown flour in oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes then turn off heat. Whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Mixture will be thin – that’s OK as it will thicken in the oven.
- 8
Arrange chops back into the pan with the gravy. Cover with aluminum foil (or an oven-safe lid if you have one) then bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour.
- 9
Uncover then let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Smothered Pork Chops
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that feels like a warm hug but doesn't require hours in the kitchen? These Smothered Pork Chops deliver deeply savory flavors with minimal effort, making them perfect for a cozy weeknight or a relaxed weekend dinner.
This recipe shines because of its elegant simplicity and brilliant technique. It's a one-pan wonder where the pork chops tenderize "low and slow" in the oven, surrounded by a rich, savory gravy that thickens as it bakes. This method ensures the chops emerge incredibly fork-tender, bathed in a sauce that clings to every bite, proving that true comfort food doesn't have to be complicated.
What you can expect is an incredibly satisfying dish. The bone-in pork chops cook down to a luscious, fall-apart texture, infused with the savory notes of garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. The gravy, built on a base of flour and chicken broth, develops a beautiful depth and body, complementing the tender meat without overpowering it. Every mouthful offers that delightful contrast of meaty richness and smooth, flavorful sauce, promising a truly comforting experience.
While the recipe provides a fantastic base, you can easily tailor it to your palate. Feel free to adjust the amount of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to achieve your preferred seasoning balance. For a bolder, more pronounced flavor, you might slightly increase the garlic and onion powder. This dish is designed for simplicity and maximum flavor.
These Smothered Pork Chops are a quintessential comfort food, ideal for family dinners or when you need a satisfying, stick-to-your-ribs meal. Serve them alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy white rice, or even a simple green salad to soak up every last drop of that delectable gravy.