Smothered pork chops are an easy 5-ingredient comfort meal that feel hearty and homemade without a lot of work. Thick-cut pork chops bake up tender under savory stuffing and creamy gravy for a cozy meal everyone loves.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights
- Flavor: Rich and savory with juicy pork, herby stuffing, and a creamy, lightly seasoned sauce that brings it all together.
- Budget Tip: This recipe uses affordable pantry staples like condensed soup and boxed mix, making it a budget-friendly way to feed a family of four.
- Technique: Searing the pork chops first adds color and helps keep them juicy before they finish in the oven.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with green beans, potatoes, or a spinach strawberry salad to balance the richness.
Ingredient Notes
- Pork Chops: Choose thick cut pork chops to help keep them juicy during baking. Bone-in or boneless both work.
- Stuffing Mix: Use a standard chicken or turkey-flavored boxed stuffing mix for a classic flavor, or a cornbread version for a delicious twist.
- Soup: Any “cream of” soup will work great in this recipe.
- Milk: Whole milk makes the sauce a little richer, but lower-fat milk, or even half-and-half will also work.
- Vegetable Oil: Use a high smoke point oil like vegetable, canola, or avocado.
- Variations: Add some veggies by stirring in a cup of frozen peas, chopped onions, or canned mushrooms before baking. For a melty finish, sprinkle about ½ cup shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese over the top during the last 5 minutes.
How To Make Smothered Pork Chops
- Prepare the stuffing mix. Brown the pork chops (full recipe below).
- Combine the soup and the milk. Place chops in a baking dish.
- Top with the stuffing mix, then the soup mixture.
- Cover and bake until the pork reaches 145°F.
Storing Leftovers
Keep leftover pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezing is not recommended.
Reheat in a 350°F oven, covered with foil, until warmed through. Or place in a microwave-safe dish and microwave with a teaspoon of water or milk to keep the sauce creamy.
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Smothered Pork Chops Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 thick cut pork chops
- 1 (6 ounce) package stuffing mix plus ingredients as needed
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350˚F. Prepare stuffing mix as directed on the box.
- While stuffing is resting, heat the oil in a large skillet and brown both sides of the pork chops (about 3 to 4 minutes per side).
- Place the browned chops in a large baking dish. Top with prepared stuffing.
- Mix together the cream of mushroom soup and milk.
- Pour the soup mixture over the stuffing and pork chops.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until pork reaches 145°F. Do not overcook.
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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Made this and it’s amazing!! Instead of the recommended Stove Top or the three day old bread cubes, I used a bag of croutons (Garlic & Cheese). Can’t wait to try this again with different crouton flavors.
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OMg! this looks soooo yummy!