Southern Smothered Pork Chops
Thick-cut pork chops seared until golden, then braised in a rich onion and gravy sauce until fork-tender. A Southern classic that's deeply savory and comfort-food perfect.
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Sear pork chops 4 minutes per side without moving. Remove to a plate; don't worry if not fully cooked.
Step 4
Add onions to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden, 5–6 minutes.
Step 5
Add minced garlic. Stir constantly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 6
Sprinkle flour over onions and garlic. Stir to coat, cooking 1 minute until it no longer smells raw.
Step 7
Pour in broth and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up any browned bits from the skillet bottom.
Step 8
Return pork chops to skillet. Nestle them into the onion mixture. Add thyme sprigs.
Step 9
Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer 15 minutes until pork is cooked through and tender.
Step 10
Remove thyme sprigs. The sauce should coat a spoon; simmer uncovered 2 more minutes if too thin.
Step 11
Transfer pork chops to plates. Spoon onion gravy over the top. Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.
Tools you’ll need
- large cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet
- paper towels
- wooden spoon
- plate
- measuring cups and spoons
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