Description
Succulent garlic parmesan pork chops pair perfectly with creamy scalloped potatoes in this hearty dish. Rich layers of cheese and tender meat promise a comforting meal that satisfies deep hunger and warms your culinary soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops (bone-in)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, 4 oz)
- 4 tbsps butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle for even cooking.
- Create a flavorful coating for the pork chops by combining grated parmesan and crispy bread crumbs with minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Pat the pork chops dry, then generously coat them with the seasoned parmesan mixture, pressing gently to help the coating adhere.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the coated pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Transfer the seared pork chops to a baking dish, leaving room for the scalloped potatoes.
- Prepare the potato layers by thinly slicing potatoes and arranging them in overlapping rows in a separate baking dish.
- Sprinkle each potato layer with shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper, creating a rich and creamy base.
- Carefully pour heavy cream over the layered potatoes, ensuring even distribution and maximum flavor absorption.
- Top the potatoes with an additional layer of cheese for extra richness and golden-brown color.
- Place both the pork chops and scalloped potatoes in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the pork is cooked through and the potatoes are tender and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the juices to redistribute.
- Serve the garlic parmesan pork chops alongside the cheesy scalloped potatoes, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond meal or crushed pork rinds for a low-carb, gluten-sensitive diet.
- Use bone-in pork chops for extra juiciness and richer flavor, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 145°F for perfect doneness.
- Thinly slice potatoes uniformly to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the scalloped potato dish.
- Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the parmesan coating for an elevated aromatic profile that complements the pork’s savory notes.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg