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    Pork Chop Recipes

    Published: Sep 21, 2023 Modified: Sep 25, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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    You’re going to love my Smothered Pork Chops recipe! They are lightly breaded, tender pork chops simmered in a rich and creamy onion gravy that makes a family meal everyone at the table will love. Pork chop recipes just don’t get any better than this!

    Southern Smothered Pork Chops in a cast iron pan
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    • Smothered Pork Chops
    • What are Smothered Pork Chops
    • Smothered Pork Chops Ingredients
    • Smothered Pork Chops Recipe
    • How to Make Pork Chop Gravy
    • Smothered Pork Chops in the Oven
    • Smothered Pork Chops Recipe Tips
    • Easy Pork Chop Recipes
    • Pork Chops Recipe Temperature
    • Pork Chop Recipes FAQs
    • Pork Chop Cuts
    • Side Dishes for Pork Chops
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    • Pork Chop Recipes – Smothered Pork Chops
    • 💬 Reviews

    Smothered Pork Chops

    I’m excited to share my all-time favorite pork chop recipe – Smothered Pork Chops! There is a reason this is our #1 pork chop recipe. They are just amazing. Run to the store and get the ingredients – they never disappoint!

    The sauce is out of this world and the pork becomes so juicy and tender. Smothered pork chops are a perfect make-ahead meal when entertaining. I love making them early in the day and allowing them to simmer just before guests arrive.

    Oh my goodness!!! Made this tonight. Amazing! The entire family devoured the pork chops and licked their plates clean. I will be making this again 🙂

    Nancy
    Smothered Pork Chops in a cast iron pan with rice and parsley

    What are Smothered Pork Chops

    They’re called “smothered” because of the cooking technique used to make them. Smothering involves cooking your food in the liquid, in a pan with a lid over low heat.
    This is a classic Southern dish and one of the best comfort food recipes ever! Pork loin chops are coated in seasoning and flour, then pan-fried golden-brown and simmered in a rich, creamy onion gravy.

    Smothered Pork Chops Ingredients

    • bone-in pork chops 1-1½ inches thick
    • salt
    • paprika
    • black pepper
    • garlic powder
    • onion powder
    • all-purpose flour divided
    • vegetable oil
    • onion peeled and cut into ¼ inch thick slices
    • cloves of garlic peeled and minced
    • butter
    • chicken broth
    • buttermilk
    • water
    • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

    Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk together salt, paprika, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle the mixture liberally over both sides of each pork chop.
      Pork Chops sprinkled with seasoned salt
    2. Set aside some flour to thicken the gravy. Spread out the remaining flour on a large plate. Coat each side of the pork chop in a light layer of flour.
      Pork Chops dusted with flour
    3. Place a deep, 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add vegetable oil. Once the skillet is hot enough, brown the seasoned pork chops on each side until golden, but not cooked all the way through, about 5 minutes per side.
      Pork chops browned in the pan
    4. Remove the pork chops to a plate.

    If you are looking for a super easy pork chop recipe, you can stop here and these pork chops will be delicious. But if you want amazing gravy and an over-the-top eating experience, keep on going!

    The kids and husband absolutely loved this recipe. This one for sure is a keeper.

    Jennifer

    How to Make Pork Chop Gravy

    1. Add sliced yellow onion to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to caramelize, 10-15 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
    2. Push the onion and garlic to the side of the pan. Add butter in the center of the pan. Once it melts, mix in the remaining flour. Continue to stir until the mixture becomes golden.
      Making the onion gravy
    3. Slowly pour in chicken broth while continuously whisking to remove any lumps, then mix with the onions and garlic and any browned bits that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan.
    4. Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer until it starts to thicken about 15 minutes. Reduce heat to low and whisk in ¼ cup buttermilk and ¼ cup water.
    5. Gently nestle back in the browned pork chops, cover, and continue to simmer over low heat until the pork chops are tender and the thickest part is at least 145°F, 15-25 minutes. The time may vary based on the size of the pork chop.
    6. Remove the skillet from heat, adjust the seasonings as needed, and serve the pork chops warm with the pork chop gravy and a light sprinkling of fresh parsley.

    I tried it! It came out great especially the gravy..I’ve always been challenged when it comes to making gravy but this recipe is actually good🤤 it! ❤️ Going to make it again, the gravy was excellent.

    Trevor

    Smothered Pork Chops in the Oven

    I love making this recipe on the stovetop, but you can also finish them off in the oven instead. I like this idea for a busy weeknight. I will make everything in the morning and finish off this delicious pork chops dish in the oven.

    Place the cast iron pan (or another oven-safe pan) in your oven preheated to 350˚F, after nestling the chops in the gravy. Cook for about 30 minutes, until tender.

    Smothered Pork Chops Recipe Tips

    1. Generously season both sides of your pork chops and adjust the seasoning for the gravy to taste.
    2. Use bone-in chops if possible. You want your chops about 1 to 1½ inches thick. If you’re using boneless chops, watch them while they simmer as they overcook more easily.
    3. I use flour in two parts of this recipe. Once, to flour the chops, and another time to make the roux. Divide the flour out ahead of time to make it easier.
    4. Brown the chops before making the gravy – this adds so much flavor.
    5. Use a deep-side cast iron pan for best results.
    6. If your pork chop gravy gets too thick while simmering, thin it out with just a bit of chicken broth.
    7. Don’t add the buttermilk until after the chicken broth has begun to thicken and the heat is reduced to low.

    This recipe was a hit with my family! I’m glad I tried because it’s the best meal I’ve made in a very long time & everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing.

    Annette on Pinterest

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    Pork Chops Recipe Temperature

    When they’re ready, pork chops should be cooked to 145°F at the thickest part of the chop. Always use a meat thermometer for the best results.

    You always want to check your pork chops to make sure they are properly cooked. When using the smothered method, it will not be a problem but I am a believer in always using a meat thermometer to check.

    Size of Pork ChopPork Chops Cooking Time (Simmering)
    ½-inch thick boneless pork chops12 minutes or until internally 145°F
    1-inch thick boneless pork chops17 minutes or until internally 145°F
    1½-inch thick boneless pork chops23 minutes or until internally 145°F
    ½-inch thick bone-in pork chops15 minutes or until internally 145°F
    1-inch thick bone-in pork chops20 minutes or until internally 145°F
    1½-inch thick bone-in pork chops25 minutes or until internally 145°F

    Pork Chop Recipes FAQs

    How do you cook pork chops so they aren’t tough?

    That is the beauty of this dish. “Smothering” the pork chops, or slow cooking the pork chops in the sauce, results in the most tender pork chops. This is absolutely my favorite thing about this recipe, you never have to worry about the pork chops being tough.

    How long can pork chops stay in the fridge?

    Pork Chops will stay fresh in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.

    Pork Chop Cuts

    There are four different cuts of pork chops. The most preferable is the center-cut rib chop.

    • Rib Chop: This is the best cut of the pork chop. The cut comes from the rib section and typically has the bone along one side. It is very tender and makes for the juiciest pork chops.
    • Loin Chop: This cut has a t-bone in it. The loin chop has two different kinds of meat on it. The darker loin meat on one side and tenderloin meat on the other side. It is perfect if you want to try two types of meat in one chop.
    • Boneless Chop: It is the leanest cut of pork. It is delicious but you have to be careful because it is very easy to overcook this cut. It easily dries out as it has very little fat, and connective tissue, and doesn’t have any bones. Cooked properly though, boneless pork chops are amazing.
    • Shoulder Chop: This is my least favorite cut of pork chop. They are flavorful, but also have a lot of gristle and bones. The shoulder chop is best when braised.

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    Southern Smothered Pork Chops with rice and gravy on a white plate

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    Southern smothered pork chops in a cast iron skillet

    Pork Chop Recipes – Smothered Pork Chops

    Isabel Laessig
    Look no further for your favorite pork chop recipes! This recipe for Southern Smothered Pork Chops is delicious. Seasoned and lightly breaded pork chops are simmered in a rich and creamy onion gravy until tender.
    4.74 from 260 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr
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    Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
    Course Main
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 Servings
    Calories 430 kcal

    Equipment

    • Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 tsp. salt
    • 1½ tsp. paprika
    • ¾ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
    • ½ tsp. garlic powder
    • ¼ tsp. onion powder
    • 3-4 thick cut, bone-in pork chops 1-1½ inches thick
    • ¾ cup all-purpose flour divided
    • 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
    • 1 large yellow onion peeled and cut into ¼ inch thick slices
    • 3 cloves garlic peeled and minced
    • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • ¼ cup buttermilk
    • ¼ cup water
    • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish
    Cooking Conversions

    See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tsp. salt, 1½ tsp. paprika, ¾ tsp. black pepper, ½ tsp. garlic powder, and ¼ tsp. onion powder.
      Sprinkle the mixture liberally over both sides of each pork chop (3 to 4 pork chops).
      Pork Chops sprinkled with seasoned salt
    • Set aside 3 Tbsp. flour from ¾ cups flour to thicken the gravy.
      Spread out the remaining flour on a large plate. Coat each side of the pork chop in a light layer of the flour.
      Pork Chops dusted with flour
    • Place a deep, 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil.
      Once the skillet is hot enough, brown the seasoned pork chops on each side until golden, but not cooked all the way through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the pork chops to a plate.
      Pork chops browned in the pan
    • Add 1 large sliced yellow onion to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to caramelize, 10-15 minutes.
      Stir in 3 cloves peeled and minced garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
      Push the onion and garlic to the side of the pan. Add 2 Tbsp. butter in the center of the pan. Once it melts, mix in the remaining 3 Tbsp. flour. Continue to stir until the mixture becomes golden.
      Making the onion gravy
    • Slowly pour in 2 cups chicken broth while continuously whisking to remove any lumps, then mix with the onions and garlic and any browned bits that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan.
      Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer until it starts to thicken, about 15 minutes.
      Reduce heat to low and whisk in ¼ cup buttermilk and ¼ cup water. Gently nestle back in the browned pork chops, cover, and continue to simmer over low heat until the pork chops are tender and the thickest part is at least 145°F, 15-25 minutes.
      The time may vary based on the size of the pork chop.
      Smothered Pork Chops in a cast iron pan with rice and parsley
    • Remove the skillet from heat, adjust the seasonings as needed, and serve the pork chops warm with the pork chop gravy and a light sprinkling of fresh parsley.
      Southern Smothered Pork Chops with rice and gravy on a white plate

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    Notes

    • Make sure the pork chops are bone-in pork chops. 
    • Don’t skip the step of browning the pork chops before making the gravy! It adds so much flavor.
    • If the gravy thickens too much while simmering, thin it out with a little water.
    • The cooking time on the pork chops may vary based on their size. You want the thickest part to be at least 145˚F.
    • Don’t add the buttermilk until after the chicken broth has begun to thicken and the heat has been reduced to low. Overheating and boiling the buttermilk can cause it to separate.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 26gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1455mgPotassium: 618mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1120IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Kate says

      August 08, 2022 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight after a quick google search. I wanted to make something warm and delicious for my son and husband returning from football practice. Most importantly I did not want the pork chops to be dry. Followed your recipe to a tee and it was a very big hit with everyone, even the kids ages 2-9! Saving this one for sure. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        August 09, 2022 at 2:19 pm

        That is so awesome, Kate! Thank you so much – we are so glad you and your family enjoyed it. This is truly one of our favorites.

        Reply
    2. Aurora Covarrubias says

      August 26, 2022 at 9:54 pm

      I have boneless pork chops, would it work for this recipe?

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        August 30, 2022 at 10:55 am

        Hi Aurora! Boneless pork chops would definitely work for this recipe. The cooking time will be slightly different, however. You want to cook them until the pork chops are tender and the thickest part reads at least 145°F on a meat thermometer, so when you’re simmering the chops later in the sauce in step 5, keep that in mind. I would check at the 20 minute mark.

        Reply
    3. Jennifer says

      September 04, 2022 at 11:26 am

      5 stars
      I made this last night. It was really good!! Very flavorful and rich,which we like since we hate bland food. My husband gave it a thumbs up (doesn’t happen often lol) thanks for this great recipe!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        September 05, 2022 at 10:17 am

        That’s awesome, Jennifer! We’re so glad you and your husband both enjoyed it! Thank you for leaving us a comment!

        Reply
    4. Tiffany says

      October 17, 2022 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      Wow!
      I was dreading eating the same flavor of pork chops that we make just about every week. I found this recipe and decided I’d give it a try since I was wanting a warm cozy meal to suit the weather. I was not disappointed and bonus!- my 7 year old LOVED it which I already prepared myself that he would not be enthused about it as he is most things I make especially with gravy. But we were all pleased with the meal which is a win for me! Will be making again asap.

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        October 17, 2022 at 1:50 pm

        That is so awesome to hear, Tiffany! We’re so glad you both loved it! Thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    5. Renee says

      November 21, 2022 at 6:35 pm

      5 stars
      I made this tonight. I had pork chops thawed but no plan. I needed a meal ready in an hour. I found this recipe in Google search. It took all basic ingredients that I had on hand.(I eliminated the buttermilk).

      It was wonderful! Moist & very flavorful! The sauce was delicious over pasta.I will definitely be making it again!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        November 22, 2022 at 10:03 am

        Renee, thank you so much for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    6. Syl R says

      January 07, 2023 at 12:28 am

      5 stars
      Made this for dinner and my son who is a picky eater loved it! Made changes based on what I hade on hand – pork chops were boneless and added fresh mushrooms since I had a pack that needed to be cooked. I didnt have fresh lemons to make buttermilk, so I just used lemon pepper seasoning. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        January 09, 2023 at 4:33 pm

        That is awesome to hear, Syl! We’re so glad you and your son enjoyed it!

        Reply
    7. Regina says

      February 01, 2023 at 9:13 pm

      5 stars
      Hi, I made this tonight, followed the recipe to a tee. DELICIOUS!! It even pleased my finicky, hard to get a compliment out of husband. First he said, “mmmm…”. Then partway through eating, he said, ” this is good”. Thank you for sharing this keeper of a recipe.

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        February 02, 2023 at 11:48 am

        So happy to hear it, Regina! That is awesome! This is one of my personal favorites – very glad you both enjoyed it. Thank you for your comment!

        Reply
    8. Blanca says

      March 16, 2023 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      This recipe was what I have been looking for pork chops. Just like my mom would make and my family absolutely loved it! It is now in my box of loved recipes. Such a “comfort food” meal and definitely the way I like to make my meals. We had the smothered pork chops with baked potatoes and green beans. Crazy good!!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        March 16, 2023 at 12:57 pm

        This is so awesome, Blanca! We are so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed it. Thank you for your comment!

        Reply
    9. Michelle says

      March 21, 2023 at 4:34 pm

      My husband and I just made your recipe for his birthday meal. He just looked at me and said this was the best meal he thinks we ever made! We made mashed potatoes and homemade stuffing to go along with it 😀

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        March 21, 2023 at 5:47 pm

        Michelle, this is so awesome to hear! We’re so glad you and your husband enjoyed it – happy birthday to him!

        Reply
    10. Tamara says

      April 03, 2023 at 9:00 pm

      5 stars
      I made this tonight and it was a hit with my whole family! That’s saying a lot because my son is a super picky eater…if it doesn’t come in nugget form, he usually won’t eat it. I made it according to the recipe except I replaced the buttermilk with heavy cream. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Isabel Laessig says

        April 06, 2023 at 3:09 pm

        This is wonderful to hear, Tamara. I am so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed it. I know how it goes with picky eaters! Thank you for your comment!

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