About This Recipe
Hey friends! Let me tell you — this Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe takes me straight back to one of those chilly evenings when Sultan and I just wanted something warm, hearty, and comforting. I had no idea what to cook that night, but with a few pantry staples and a couple of pork chops I’d thawed out, this dish was born.
It was one of those “throw it together and hope for the best” meals — and to our surprise, it turned out so good that Sultan asked me to make it again the very next day! From that night on, this became one of our favorite comfort food meals. Imagine soft, creamy scalloped potatoes dripping with cheese and succulent pork chops with a crispy garlic parmesan crust. Pure bliss.
It was one of those “throw it together and hope for the best” meals — and to our surprise, it turned out so good that Sultan asked me to make it again the very next day! From that night on, this became one of our favorite comfort food meals. Imagine soft, creamy scalloped potatoes dripping with cheese and succulent pork chops with a crispy garlic parmesan crust. Pure bliss.
Essentials for Pork Chops & Potatoes
For this Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe, you’ll need a sturdy baking dish, mixing bowls, and something sharp for those thin potato slices. I’ve linked high-quality options to make prep easier—some even come with discounts. Foil helps lock in all that cheesy, garlicky goodness!
Ingredients
4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cups thinly sliced russet potatoes For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
2 tbsp butter For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
2 tbsp all-purpose flour For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
1 1/2 cups whole milk For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
1/2 tsp salt For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
1/4 tsp ground pepper For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
1/2 tsp paprika (optional) For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Step 2
Pat pork chops dry. In a bowl, mix Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat each chop with the mixture on both sides.
Step 3
In a hot skillet with olive oil, sear pork chops 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Remove from heat.
Step 4
Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook until thick and creamy.
Step 5
In baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, pour half the cheese sauce, repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce. Sprinkle paprika on top if using.
Step 6
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes to brown the top.
Step 7
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Calories
620
Saturated Fat
12g
Carbs
28g
Sugars
3g
Protein
44g
Sodium
620mg
Fiber
2g
Secret Tips
To add more flavor and juiciness, use pork chops with the bones in.
Let the pork chops rest before serving so they stay moist.
Add a sprinkle of paprika or smoked salt on top of the potatoes for an extra flavor kick.
If you have it, a cast iron pan gives the best sear on the pork before baking.
Do you want to modify this recipe to suit a variety of serving sizes? To scale it up or down precisely, use my Recipe Converter Tool!
Let the pork chops rest before serving so they stay moist.
Add a sprinkle of paprika or smoked salt on top of the potatoes for an extra flavor kick.
If you have it, a cast iron pan gives the best sear on the pork before baking.
Do you want to modify this recipe to suit a variety of serving sizes? To scale it up or down precisely, use my Recipe Converter Tool!
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