Description
Looking for an easy dinner idea that feels like a cozy Sunday meal? This Tender Chops, Creamy Potatoes Casserole delivers everything you crave in a hearty, home-cooked dish. Perfectly seared pork chops rest atop layers of creamy, herb-infused potatoes, all baked into a golden, bubbling casserole. This easy recipe is a must-try whether you’re after a quick weeknight dinner or soul-soothing comfort food for the weekend. Add it to your list of dinner ideas and enjoy a meal that’s both satisfying and surprisingly simple to make.
Ingredients
4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon flour (for thickening sauce)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Gruyère (optional)
Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil and butter in a cast iron skillet. Sear pork chops 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, sauté garlic and onions for 2–3 minutes. Stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually add chicken broth, then heavy cream, mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes to thicken.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half the potatoes. Pour part of the sauce over them. Add remaining potatoes and more sauce.
4. Place pork chops on top of the potatoes. Pour any leftover sauce over everything. Add cheese if using.
5. Cover with foil and bake for 35–40 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15–20 minutes until bubbling and golden. Broil for 2–3 minutes if needed.
6. Let rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme and serve warm.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the best creamy texture that doesn’t fall apart during baking.
Don’t skip searing the pork chops — it enhances flavor and seals in moisture.
Resting the casserole after baking helps the sauce thicken and develop richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 625 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: comfort food, pork chop casserole, creamy potatoes, easy dinner, one-pan meal