If you’re looking to transform your kitchen into a haven of heavenly aromas, this Cheesy Pork Chop Casserole recipe is your ticket to success. With succulent pork chops, perfectly sliced potatoes, and a rich cheese sauce, your home will be filled with an irresistible fragrance that’ll have everyone eagerly waiting for dinner. In this article, we’ll walk you through the entire process, from gathering the ingredients to serving the mouthwatering final product.

Ingredients:

Before you embark on your culinary journey, let’s ensure you have everything you need. Here’s a list of the ingredients:

Instructions:

Preparing the Pork Chops and Potatoes

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F. While it’s warming up, take the sliced potatoes and soak them in cold water. This step helps remove excess starch, preventing the potatoes from browning. You can do this a few hours ahead for added convenience.
2. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter and 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook them until they caramelize, creating a sweet and savory base. Sprinkle 2/3 cup of all-purpose flour over the onions.

Creating the Irresistible Cheese Sauce

3. Pour in 3 cups of chicken stock and 2 cups of milk, and stir continuously until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Once it’s well-seasoned, stir in the 2 1/2 cups of grated cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of chopped chives until the cheese is fully melted. Remove the sauce from heat.

Layering the Casserole and Baking It to Perfection

4. Grease a casserole dish to ensure your delicious creation doesn’t stick. Drain the soaked potatoes and start layering them in the dish, alternating with the incredible cheese sauce. Repeat this process for a second layer.
5. Slide your casserole into the preheated oven and let it bake for 20 minutes.

Achieving That Heavenly Aroma

6. While the casserole is baking, let’s focus on the star of the show – the pork chops. Mix together 1 cup of flour, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper. Dredge each pork chop in this mixture.
7. In another skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of softened butter and 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook them until they’re beautifully browned on both sides, which usually takes about 4-5 minutes per side.
8. Place these perfectly browned pork chops over the potatoes in the casserole.
9. Continue to bake the casserole uncovered for an additional 40 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through, and the entire dish is bubbling and golden.