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Wondering what to have with pork chops? My list of Pork Chop Sides has everything you need to find the perfect side and put together an easy meal! Whether you settle on creamy scalloped potatoes, roasted veggies, or a green salad, you're sure to find your new favorite side dish for pork chops!
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Side Dishes for Pork Chops
I don't know what I'd do without pork chops! They're like the magic ticket to a good meal: easy to cook, perfectly portioned, and an ideal blank canvas for building on with sauces and sides.
And the hidden benefit to how easy they are to cook? All that time to bring out your favorite side dishes for pork chops! From classics like mashed potatoes and gravy to fresh new twists like Mexican corn casserole, there are so many great options to choose from.
That's the thing about pork chops: the answer to the question "what goes with pork chops" is "just about everything!" - so pick some recipes, and indulge in a feast of perfectly paired sides!
What goes with pork chops?
Potato Sides for Pork Chops
You can't talk about sides to go with pork chops without first talking about potatoes! Whether they're mashed, smashed or baked, potatoes are perfect gravy-sopping sides to go with pork chops. Try one of my favorite potato sides for pork chops below!
Scalloped Potatoes
One of my favorite potato side dishes ever is my Scalloped Potatoes Recipe! Tender, creamy, cheesy potatoes are perfect on their own and even better paired with rich pork chops. Scroll to the bottom of the page for the recipe!
Vegetable Side Dishes for Pork
Of course, the world of side dishes for pork chops goes beyond the humble potato! There are so many great vegetable sides to indulge in that will make eating your veggies a treat, not a chore. And the best part yet: they're all done in minutes of prep!
Salad to Serve with Pork Chops
Looking for something a little lighter to pair with pork? Try out a filling and refreshing salad! These are some of my favorites, featuring sweet and savory elements to compliment your meal.
Side Dishes for Pork Chops Tips
- Pork chops tend to cook quickly, so choose your sides before you start cooking, and get them prepped early! Most sides such as mashed potatoes and salads can be prepared ahead.
- When planning out sides, make sure you're leaving the right appliances free! I've made the mistake of planning too many roasted sides and not having the oven space more times than I want to admit.
- A great way to pick sides is to pick them based on the sauce you'll serve the pork with. Cranberry sauce goes best with green vegetables and sweet potatoes; gravy is dreamy with mashed potatoes and carrots!
What to Eat with Pork Chops FAQ
Hearty vegetables like potatoes, broccoli, and brussels sprouts all compliment the richness of pork. Pork also does very well paired with sweeter vegetables such as carrots and corn, as the natural sweetness compliments savory, salty pork beautifully!
Pork chops are perfect to pair with starchy sides that can soak up gravy, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta! I like serving pork chops with potatoes, a green or root vegetable, and a side salad to add something a little lighter to the plate.
Pork chops do well with savory or sweet sauces! I always love serving them with a classic Pork Gravy, but if I want to change things up, they're incredibly delicious with a sweet and tangy Cranberry Sauce. Looking for something creamier? Try Remoulade sauce- it's spicy, tangy, creamy, and totally delicious!
Favorite Pork Chop Recipes
Of course, you can't have sides for pork chops without the pork chops themselves! If you're looking for the perfect pork chop recipe to start a meal, look no further!
Or, check out all my Pork Chop Recipes - all in one place! You're sure to find a pork chop recipe your family will adore!
Love pork chops? Me too! That's why I made this amazing Marinade for Pork Chops to use with all your favorite pork chop recipes. Try it out!
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Pork Chop Sides (+ Scalloped Potatoes)
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons butter
- 3 Tablespoons flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese - shredded (divided)
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt - or Garlic Rosemary Sea Salt Spice
- salt - to sprinkle on potato layers
- ½ teaspoon pepper - plus more to sprinkle on potato layers
- 6 medium-sized Yukon gold potatoes (or yellow potatoes) - peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small onion - sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Add flour and whisk until a thick paste forms.3 Tablespoons butter,3 Tablespoons flour
- Slowly add milk and then heavy cream, whisking until thick and creamy.2 cups whole milk,1 cup heavy cream
- Add in cheese, seasoned salt, and pepper. Mix until combined. This is your bechamel sauce.2 cups sharp cheddar cheese,1 teaspoon seasoned salt,½ teaspoon pepper
- Add half the potatoes and onions to the baking dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover with half of the bechamel sauce.salt,½ teaspoon pepper,6 medium-sized Yukon gold potatoes (or yellow potatoes),1 small onion
- Add remaining potatoes and onions with another sprinkle of salt and pepper, then pour on the remaining sauce. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Uncover, and add a layer of cheese to the top. Bake for 10 minutes until melted and a little browned, then remove, and serve!
Notes
- Pork chops tend to cook quickly, so I like choosing my sides before I start cooking, and getting them prepped early! Most sides such as mashed potatoes and salads can be prepared ahead.
- When planning out sides, make sure you're leaving the right appliances free! I've made the mistake of planning too many roasted sides and not having the oven space more times than I want to admit.
- A great way to pick sides is to pick them based on the sauce you'll serve the pork with. Cranberry sauce goes best with green vegetables and sweet potatoes; gravy is dreamy with mashed potatoes and carrots!
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