Indulge in the tender and flavorful goodness of smothered chops, prepared with love in your own kitchen. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this classic dish, providing you with expert tips and tricks to achieve mouthwatering results. Whether you prefer the simplicity of an oven-baked version or the convenience of slow-cooked crock pot chops, this article will guide you through each step of the process. Choose from a variety of sauces and seasonings to create a truly personalized dish, experimenting with different ingredients to suit your taste preferences. So, let's gather our aprons and fire up the kitchen, as we embark on a delightful adventure in the world of smothered chops, unraveling the culinary magic that lies within.
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SLOW-COOKER SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS
Pork chops, bathed in smoky, bacon-flecked gravy and cooked in the slow cooker until the pork is just done, but still moist and tender are destined to become a family favorite.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Spray 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels; season both sides with pepper and salt.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bacon; cook and stir 6 to 8 minutes or until browned. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to slow cooker. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat; reserving remaining fat for another use, or discard. Increase heat to medium-high; add pork chops to bacon drippings in skillet. Cook 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until browned. Transfer to slow cooker and stand pork chops up against sides of slow cooker, bone side down.
- Add onions to skillet. Cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Transfer to slow cooker. Add broth, Worcestershire sauce and bay leaves. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until pork chops are just cook through (at least 145°F in center, but still moist.)
- Remove pork chops; cover with foil to keep warm. Remove bay leaves and discard. Increase slow cooker to High heat setting.
- In small bowl, beat cornstarch, vinegar and water with whisk. Stir into liquid in slow cooker. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Ladle sauce over pork chops; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS IN THE OVEN
These chops are definitely food for the soul. And let's face it, there's nothing better than a plate of "reminds me of home" comfort food to warm the body or lift the spirit. You can't get more comforting than smothered pork chops in the oven. Serve with mashed potatoes and fresh corn on the cob. The extra sauce from the chops can be used as gravy for mashed potatoes.
Provided by Lola
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 1h5m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to bubble, being careful not to burn. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add pork chops and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chops to a large baking dish, leaving pan drippings in the skillet.
- Bake chops in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add sour cream to the skillet and whisk together with the pan drippings until smooth. Add canned soup and whisk until incorporated.
- Remove chops from the oven and pour sour cream-soup mixture over top. Return to the oven and bake until chops are no longer pink in the center, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 129.5 mg, Fat 44.7 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.4 g, Sodium 950.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
SLOW COOKER SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS
This is an easy and delicious pork chop recipe you can throw into a slow cooker and forget about until it is ready. Delicious with a side of veggies and rice or your choice of sides.
Provided by T. Billingham
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 4h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pat pork chops dry and place into a slow cooker. Add mushroom soup, onions, sliced mushrooms, and garlic powder.
- Cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours, until pork chops are cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1255.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS (CROCK POT)
Called Mom's Smothered Pork Chops in Judith Finlayson's Delicious and Dependable Slow Cooker Recipes. *Variation: You can substitute 3 1/2 to 4 lbs. country style ribs but broil the ribs for 5 min. per side before placing them in slow cooker then add 1 tbsp. oil in skillet and proceed with the step that begins "Add onions..." and cook for 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Pork
Time 5h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- On a plate, combine flour, salt and pepper and dredge pork in mixture, coating both sides.
- In a nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat and add pork in batches and brown both sides; transfer to slow cooker when done.
- Add onions to pan, adding more oil if necessary, and cook, stirring until softened.
- Add garlic and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
- Stir in chili sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; bring to a boil.
- Pour sauce over chops.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or cook on high for 2-2 1/2 hours, until meat is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 706.2, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 176.9, Sodium 961.8, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 13.2, Protein 56.3
Tips:
- To enhance flavor, use bone-in pork chops. You can also use boneless pork chops, but they may dry out more easily.
- Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Brown the pork chops in a skillet over medium heat before cooking them in the oven or crock pot. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent them from drying out.
- Use a flavorful liquid for braising the pork chops. This could be chicken broth, beef broth, or even apple cider.
- Add vegetables to the braising liquid for extra flavor and nutrition. Good choices include onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes.
- Cook the pork chops until they are tender and fall apart easily with a fork. This will take about 1 hour in the oven or 4-6 hours in the crock pot.
- Serve the smothered pork chops with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Smothered pork chops are a delicious and easy to make meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your smothered pork chops are tender, flavorful, and fall-apart delicious.
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