Pork Chop Supreme

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Classic Pork Chop Supreme

A beloved, retro comfort-food casserole, Pork Chop Supreme layers tender pork chops over a bed of potatoes, all baked together in a rich, savory onion-cream sauce. It’s a true all-in-one, hearty weeknight meal.

Recipe Overview

  • Prep time: 15 mins
  • Bake time: 1 hour
  • Servings: 4 to 6

Ingredients

  • The Main Components:
    • 4 to 6 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 3/4-inch thick)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
    • 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • The Savory Sauce:
    • 1 packet (1 oz) French onion soup mix
    • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of onion soup)
    • 1/4 cup milk
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional Add-ins:
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (to sprinkle on top during the last 10 minutes of baking)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Brown the Chops: Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2 to 3 minutes per side until nicely browned. (They will finish cooking in the oven, so they don’t need to be fully done yet). Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Layer the Potatoes: Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes evenly across the bottom of your prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. Season the potato layer lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Position the Chops: Place the browned pork chops in a single layer right on top of the sliced potatoes.
  5. Mix the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, the dry French onion soup mix, and the milk until smooth.
  6. Pour and Bake: Pour the soup mixture evenly over the pork chops and potatoes, making sure everything is well coated. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake: Bake for 1 hour, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). (Optional: Remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking if you want to add a layer of shredded cheddar cheese on top).
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving so the sauce can thicken up slightly. Spoon the creamy potatoes alongside the pork chops.

Helpful Tips

  • Potato Thickness: Slice your potatoes relatively thin (about 1/8-inch thick) so they cook thoroughly in the oven’s steam and cream sauce during the hour-long bake.
  • Alternative Style: If you prefer a sweet-and-tangy version rather than a creamy casserole, another popular “Pork Chop Supreme” variation uses thick chops topped with onion slices, a lemon slice, and a spoonful of mixed ketchup and brown sugar baked until tender!

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