Description
This comforting Pork Chop and Potato Casserole is a hearty dish featuring tender seared pork chops layered over thinly sliced potatoes and onions, baked with a creamy mushroom soup sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 6 boneless pork chops
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 4 potatoes, thinly sliced
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking.
- Sear Pork Chops: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the boneless pork chops and sear them until they develop a nice golden-brown crust on each side, which locks in the juices and adds flavor.
- Mix Soup and Milk: In a medium bowl, combine the 10.75-ounce can of condensed cream of mushroom soup with 1 cup of milk. Stir until thoroughly blended into a creamy sauce.
- Assemble Casserole: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, evenly arrange the thinly sliced potatoes and chopped onions in a layer. Place the browned pork chops over the potato and onion base, then pour the cream of mushroom soup mixture evenly over all the ingredients in the dish to coat them well.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 30 minutes. This allows the potatoes to begin tenderizing and flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese and Continue Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your hearty pork chop and potato casserole!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider seasoning the pork chops with salt and pepper before searing.
- If you prefer a creamier sauce, use evaporated milk instead of regular milk.
- Feel free to add herbs such as thyme or rosemary for aromatic depth.
- You can substitute sharp cheddar cheese with mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a different cheese flavor.
- Ensure potatoes are sliced thinly to ensure even cooking within the baking time.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
