source: Lourdes
Are you looking for a delicious dish that’s guaranteed to knock your socks off? Well, here it is… Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes! Juicy pork chops and creamy scalloped potatoes… sure to please even the fussiest of eaters. Follow our simple step-by-step instructions to create a delicious meal worthy of second helpings!
Cooking the Pork Chops
To start, you’ll need ingredients & I picture a bowl or a mat over here (as a placemat) to hold the ingredients you need for the dish: 6 pork rib or loin chops (3/4 inch thick) 2 tablespoons canola oil and salt & pepper (optional). For each pork chop you just need to season with salt & pepper if desired, or just leave them unseasoned. Heat a large skillet with the canola oil in it over medium-high heat. When hot add the pork chops to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, flipping and browning on the other side. There should be enough oil in the pan that it cooks fully. Set the pork chops aside.
Cooking the Scalloped Potatoes
Next, we’re going to make the best part of the meal, scalloped potatoes. You’ll need: 6 cups thinly sliced peeled-potatoes; 1 medium onion sliced; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; and 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth. Get the oven preheating to 350°F (175°C).
In a small saucepan melt the butter over medium heat. Combine the flour, salt and pepper to create a roux, mixing very well. Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens up and becomes smooth. Remove from heat.
Add half of the sliced potatoes and onions to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour half of the sauce on the potatoes and onions, spreading evenly. Continue layering with the remaining potatoes, onions and sauce. For a little color and flavor, add some paprika and minced fresh parsley on top.
Cover with aluminum foil and put into preheated oven. Bake for about 1 hour, or until potatoes are tender when fork penetrates potatoes. Remove foil and bake for 10-15 additional minutes allowing for a golden brown top.
Enjoy
After dish is done baking, take it out and let it cool for few minutes. The smell of the tender pork chops and creamy scalloped potatoes will get your mouth watering. Serve the pork chop on a plate, along with a big helping of the scalloped potatoes. You could also garnish with a sprinkling of paprika and minced fresh parsley for a beautiful presentation.
With this great easy recipe, you will have a tasty and filling meal of Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes. Whether for your family or guests this meal will be sure to please. Using our step-by-step directions, before you know it you will have an easy clickable meal that everyone will be wanting seconds. Enjoy the delicious juicy pork chops and creamy scalloped potatoes, and enjoy the flavors of this fantastic recipe!
