Pork Chops With Scalloped Potatoes (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy pork chops baked over cheesy scalloped potatoes for a rich and satisfying family meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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5 medium white or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced into 0.5 cm rounds
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5 pork chops, bone-in or boneless
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1 onion, sliced or diced
→ Dairy
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240 ml whole milk
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340 g Cheddar cheese, shredded
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45 g unsalted butter
→ Seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly grease a baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to ensure easy release after baking.
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Peel and slice potatoes into 0.5 cm rounds for even cooking. Slice or dice onion into uniform pieces.
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Shred Cheddar cheese from a block to achieve superior melting and flavor.
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In a large bowl, combine sliced potatoes, onions, shredded Cheddar cheese, whole milk, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
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Transfer potato mixture to the prepared baking dish. Distribute 45 g butter, cut into small cubes, over the surface.
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Season pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Arrange pork chops evenly atop potato mixture.
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Place dish on the center rack of the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes. Flip pork chops halfway through to ensure even browning.
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Verify pork is cooked through and potatoes are tender. If additional time is needed, cover with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes to retain moisture.
# Additional Tips:
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Slicing potatoes evenly ensures uniform texture and prevents overcooking or undercooking.
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Using freshly shredded Cheddar cheese provides optimal melt and flavor.
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Covering the dish with foil during extended baking maintains moisture in both the pork chops and potatoes.
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Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave, making for a convenient meal the next day.