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Tender Smothered Pork Chops Recipe Easy Homemade with Rich Gravy and Mashed Potatoes

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Tender pork chops simmered in rich, savory gravy served with creamy mashed potatoes. A comforting, easy-to-make family favorite perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick, around 1.5 lbs / 680g)
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (for dredging) – can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups (480ml) low-sodium chicken broth (or beef broth)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika
  • 2 lbs (900g) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk or cream – dairy-free milk works too
  • Salt and white pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Place the flour in a shallow dish and dredge each pork chop until coated evenly. Shake off excess flour.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops. Sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chops and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-6 minutes until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the reserved flour from dredging over the onions. Stir constantly for about 1-2 minutes until nutty smelling. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, stirring to avoid lumps. Add thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika if using.
  5. Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 25-30 minutes until pork chops are fork-tender and gravy thickens. Add broth or water if gravy gets too thick.
  6. While pork chops simmer, place peeled potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
  7. Return potatoes to the pot or a large bowl. Add butter and warm milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve.
  8. Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if needed. Spoon generous amounts of gravy over pork chops and serve alongside the creamy mashed potatoes.

Notes

Sear pork chops at medium-high heat to lock in juices, then simmer gently in gravy to keep them tender. Shake off excess flour to avoid lumps in gravy. Use warm milk for fluffy mashed potatoes and avoid over-mashing to prevent gluey texture. Start potatoes when pork chops begin simmering to have everything ready together.

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