Here’s a classic, hearty comfort-food recipe for Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes — tender pork chops baked alongside creamy, cheesy potatoes. Perfect for a cozy dinner!
🥩 Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes
Ingredients (serves 4)
For the Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (1 inch thick)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Scalloped Potatoes
- 4–5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Creamy Sauce for Potatoes
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour to make a roux; cook 1–2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Scalloped Potatoes
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes and onions in the baking dish.
- Pour half of the cream sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle with half the cheese.
- Repeat with remaining potatoes, sauce, and cheese.
4. Prepare Pork Chops
- Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear pork chops 2–3 minutes per side until golden (they’ll finish cooking in the oven).
5. Combine and Bake
- Nestle pork chops on top of the scalloped potatoes.
- Cover dish with foil.
- Bake 35–45 minutes, until potatoes are tender and pork reaches 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
- Optional: Remove foil for last 10 minutes to brown the top.
6. Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.
- Serve hot with a simple side salad or steamed veggies.
⭐ Tips
- For extra cheesy potatoes, sprinkle 1/2 cup extra cheese on top during the last 10 minutes.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Thinly slice potatoes evenly so they cook uniformly.
- Can make ahead: assemble potatoes the night before and bake with pork chops the next day.
If you want, I can also give you:
🥔 Creamy Garlic Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes
🧄 Cheddar & Herb Scalloped Potatoes with Pork Chops
🌿 One-Pan Pork Chops with Potato Gratin
Which version would you like?
