Description
A hearty pork chop and potato casserole featuring seared pork chops layered over thinly sliced potatoes and onions, baked in a creamy mushroom soup mixture and topped with melted cheddar cheese for a comforting and satisfying meal.
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: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Sear Pork Chops: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the boneless pork chops and sear them on each side until browned to lock in flavor.
- Prepare Soup Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup with 1 cup of milk. Stir until smooth.
- Assemble Casserole: Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes and chopped onion evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place the seared pork chops on top of the potatoes and onions, then pour the soup mixture evenly over the entire dish.
- Bake First Phase: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow the potatoes to soften and flavors to meld.
- Add Cheese and Finish Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly on top, and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pork chops are cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider seasoning the pork chops with salt, pepper, or your favorite herbs before searing.
- Slicing the potatoes thinly ensures they cook thoroughly during baking.
- If you prefer, you can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup for a different taste.
- Use a sharp cheddar for more pronounced flavor or mild cheddar for a subtler taste.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to help it set, making it easier to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
