Best 2 Super Tender Smothered Pork Chops Recipes

Calling all pork chop enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will redefine your perception of tenderness and flavor. Our smothered pork chops recipe promises an explosion of taste that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more. This carefully crafted dish combines the juiciness of succulent pork chops with a velvety, flavorful sauce that infuses every bite with a symphony of savory sensations.

But that's not all! This article offers a delectable array of additional recipes that showcase the versatility and charm of pork chops. From the crispy and golden-brown oven-fried pork chops to the tangy and aromatic honey garlic pork chops, each recipe is a culinary masterpiece in its own right. Whether you prefer the classic comfort of smothered pork chops or crave the excitement of something new, this article has something for every pork chop aficionado.

So, prepare to indulge in a pork chop extravaganza that will delight your taste buds and leave you with a newfound appreciation for this culinary gem. Let's dive into the recipes and discover the secrets to creating smothered pork chops that are fall-off-the-bone tender and smothered in a luscious sauce that will make your taste buds sing.

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SUPER TENDER SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS

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I've been making this simple dish for years. Plenty of gravy for mashed potatoes or rice. Sometimes I bake this covered in the oven at 350F - they come out just as moist and tender. Use bone-in or boneless chops. These are even better in the crock pot, if you have that much time.

Provided by BIG_CHIEF

Categories Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 pork chops or 4 pork steaks, 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup, condensed
1 (7/8 ounce) package brown gravy mix, dry
1 (7/8 ounce) package pork gravy mix, dry
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 large sweet onion, sliced 1/4-inch thick and separated into rounds
2 garlic cloves, chopped fine

Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, thoroughly blend condensed soup (Do NOT add any water), dry gravy mixes, salt and pepper. Fill one soup can 3/4 full of water and whisk into mixture. Mixture will be very thick. Set aside.
2. Sear chops on each side in 1-2 tablespoons of hot oil. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Add one more tablespoon oil, if necessary, to pan.
4. Saute onion over medium-low heat until translucent, but crisp/tender - about 5-8 minutes. Stir frequently. Do not allow onions to brown.
5. Add garlic and saute for 1 more minute. Do not brown.
6. Remove pan from heat.
7. Fold onion/garlic mixture into soup mixture.
8. Return chops to frying pan.
9. Pour soup/onion mixture evenly over chops.
10. Cover and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
11. Lower temperature and simmer gently for 45 minutes to one hour.
12. Thinner chops will take about 45 minutes to become really tender.

TENDER BAKED SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS

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Incredibly tender pork chops with unparalleled flavor.

Provided by Lori

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Gravy Recipes Pork Gravy

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

6 pork chops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
4 eggs
1 cup bread crumbs
¼ cup vegetable oil
½ cup butter
2 medium shallots, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup sherry
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Season each pork chop with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Mix flour, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl; whisk eggs together in a separate bowl; place bread crumbs into a third bowl.
Place a pork chop in the flour bowl, covering each side very lightly with flour. Move to beaten eggs, making sure to cover. Cover with bread crumbs. Repeat with remaining pork chops.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Cook each pork chop in the skillet until well-browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add mushrooms and cook until they have softened and released their liquid, about 5 minutes.
Add flour to the skillet and stir into a paste, 1 to 2 minutes. Add sherry slowly and stir until well combined; repeat with chicken broth, and then with heavy cream. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon gravy over pork chops. Cover the baking dish with foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 10 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 831.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 269.2 mg, Fat 55.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 25.7 g, Sodium 878.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

Choose thick-cut pork chops for best results.
Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper before cooking.
Brown the pork chops in a skillet over medium-high heat until they are golden brown on both sides.
Transfer the pork chops to a slow cooker and add the remaining ingredients.
Cook the pork chops on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
Serve the pork chops with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

This smothered pork chops recipe is an easy and delicious way to make a flavorful and tender pork dish. The pork chops are cooked in a slow cooker with a variety of spices and vegetables, resulting in a fall-off-the-bone texture and a rich, savory flavor. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner.