Description
Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes bring comfort straight to your dinner table with a classic combination that satisfies hunger and warms hearts. Tender pork chops nestled alongside creamy, cheese-covered potatoes create a hearty meal your family will devour in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
Cheese:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Produce:
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Potatoes:
- 4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
Dairy and Oils:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grab a 9×13-inch baking dish. Generously grease the dish to prevent sticking.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Pour in 1 ½ cups heavy cream, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the cream mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Arrange 4 thinly sliced russet potatoes in layers within the prepared baking dish. Pour the warm cream mixture evenly over the potatoes.
- Sprinkle 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese across the top. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
- Bake the potatoes for 45 minutes, keeping the foil intact to steam the potatoes perfectly.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese turns golden and potatoes become tender.
- While potatoes bake, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Combine 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme in a small bowl.
- Rub the seasoning mixture thoroughly onto 4 bone-in pork chops, ensuring even coverage.
- Sauté 4 minced garlic cloves in the hot skillet for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Place seasoned pork chops into the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side. Aim for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Sprinkle ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese over the hot pork chops, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Transfer the pork chops next to the scalloped potatoes on serving plates. Garnish with ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley for brightness.
Notes
- Check potato slice thickness carefully to ensure even cooking and prevent uneven texture.
- Let pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking to help retain moisture and distribute juices.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness to prevent overcooking the pork chops.
- Consider substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version of the scalloped potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Pork
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: Fifty grams
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 55 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg