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Smothered Pork Chops with Gravy served with creamy mashed potatoes

Smothered Pork Chops

A classic skillet recipe featuring tender pork chops smothered in a rich onion gravy, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces pork chops, about 1 inch thick, bone-in or boneless
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter plus 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pinch paprika and salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1 splash cream (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chops dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high. Sear chops for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and then transfer to a plate.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter and sliced onions with a pinch of salt. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until soft and golden. Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  4. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
  5. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth. Add Worcestershire sauce if using. Simmer until the gravy thickens and becomes glossy.
Cooking
  1. Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet with the gravy. Cover loosely and simmer on medium-low for 7 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness, until the chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
  2. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as necessary. If desired, add a splash of cream for a richer gravy. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Rest the chops for 5 minutes before serving to settle the juices for a better bite. Can be served with mashed potatoes, rice, buttered noodles, or sautéed vegetables.