Best 5 Tender Baked Smothered Pork Chops Recipes

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**Tender Baked Smothered Pork Chops: A Flavorful and Comforting Dish**

Indulge in the delectable flavors of tender baked smothered pork chops, a classic dish that combines juicy pork chops with a rich and savory gravy. This hearty meal is perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends. The pork chops are seasoned with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then seared to perfection before being smothered in a luscious gravy made with onions, mushrooms, and a touch of tangy mustard. The result is a tender and succulent pork chop that is bursting with flavor, complemented by a creamy and flavorful gravy. Serve this dish with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad, for a satisfying and comforting meal that is sure to become a family favorite. This article provides three variations of this classic recipe, each with its own unique twist on the traditional dish. From a classic smothered pork chop recipe to a tangy mustard-based variation, and a creamy mushroom smothered pork chop recipe, these recipes offer a range of flavors and textures to satisfy every palate.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS RECIPE WITH ONION GRAVY



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A flavorful, easy baked smothered pork chops recipe with onion gravy! See how to make the juiciest smothered pork chops in the oven, with just 7 ingredients.

Provided by Maya Krampf

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 8-oz Boneless pork chops
1 tsp Sea salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 large Onion ((sliced into thin half moons))
2 cloves Garlic ((minced))
1 tbsp Fresh thyme ((or 1 tsp dried thyme))
1 cup Chicken broth, reduced sodium
1.5 oz Cream cheese ((cut into small chunks))

Steps:

  • Season the pork chops on both sides with sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear on both sides, about 3 minutes per side without moving, until browned. Transfer the pork chops to a plate and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low or medium. Using the same dutch oven, saute the sliced onions for 15-20 minutes, until caramelized.
  • Once the onions are caramelized, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Add the minced garlic and thyme leaves to the dutch oven. Saute for about a minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken broth to the dutch oven. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for about 2-3 minutes, until it gets thicker and the volume is reduced by at least 1/4.
  • Remove from heat. Add the cream cheese. Stir in the cream cheese until it melts into the sauce.
  • Return the pork chops to the dutch oven and spoon the sauce and onions over them. Cover with the lid and bake for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through. (Time will vary depending on the thickness of your pork chops - use a thermometer to check and cook to 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 48 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 798 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS



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One bite of these baked smothered pork chops and we could taste the care Mother put into her cooking. She was happy to share the recipe with guests who requested it after trying this delicious dish at our house. —Nancy Duty, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4-inch thick and 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream, divided
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add pork chops, 1 at a time, and turn to coat. , In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on both sides. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine soup, 1/2 cup sour cream, broth, ginger and rosemary; pour over chops. Sprinkle with half the onions. , Cover and bake until tender, 45-50 minutes. Stir remaining sour cream into sauce. Sprinkle with remaining onions. Bake, uncovered, until onions are browned, about 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Fat 40g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1074mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS IN THE OVEN



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These chops are definitely food for the soul. And let's face it, there's nothing better than a plate of "reminds me of home" comfort food to warm the body or lift the spirit. You can't get more comforting than smothered pork chops in the oven. Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh corn on the cob. The extra sauce from the chops can be used as gravy for mashed potatoes.

Provided by Lola

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 1h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
5 boneless pork chops
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to bubble, being careful not to burn. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add pork chops and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chops to a large baking dish, leaving pan drippings in the skillet.
  • Bake chops in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add sour cream to the skillet and whisk together with the pan drippings until smooth. Add canned soup and whisk until incorporated.
  • Remove chops from the oven and pour sour cream-soup mixture over top. Return to the oven and bake until chops are no longer pink in the center, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 129.5 mg, Fat 44.7 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.4 g, Sodium 950.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

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

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

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

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.

Tips:

  • To ensure tender and juicy pork chops, choose chops that are at least 1 inch thick and bone-in.
  • For a more flavorful dish, use a flavorful pork rub or marinade before cooking.
  • To prevent the pork chops from drying out, cook them over medium heat and do not overcook them.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  • For a crispy crust, sear the pork chops in a hot skillet before baking them in the oven.
  • To add moisture and flavor to the pork chops, use a flavorful sauce or gravy.
  • Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, vegetables, or rice.

Conclusion:

Tender Baked Smothered Pork Chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give Tender Baked Smothered Pork Chops a try!

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