Pork Chops and Scalloped Potatoes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pork Chops and Scalloped Potatoes recipe, a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Tender, perfectly seasoned pork chops are seared to golden perfection and baked atop layers of creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes featuring sharp cheddar and Parmesan. The rich, velvety cheese sauce is infused with hints of garlic and paprika, making every bite irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 1 hour and 20 minutes, this one-pan wonder is a masterful balance of textures and flavors, with golden, bubbling cheese and fork-tender potatoes stealing the show. Garnished with fresh parsley, it's as visually stunning as it is delicious—serve it up for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork chops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 medium-sized Russet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for the sauce)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (for the sauce)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (for the sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops on each side for about 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Peel the russet potatoes and thinly slice them into 1/8-inch rounds. Arrange half of the potato slices in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, until slightly golden.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Pour half of the cheese sauce over the first layer of potatoes. Layer the remaining potato slices on top, then pour the rest of the cheese sauce evenly over the potatoes.

Step 9

Place the seared pork chops on top of the layered potatoes and sauce.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender, the cheese sauce is bubbling, and the top is golden brown.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2382.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4642.0

Total Fat 324.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 166.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 971.6mg	0%
Sodium 6238.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 212.2g	0%

Vitamin D 262.7IU	0%
Calcium 2882.4mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 6529.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 18.0%