Southern Soul Food Smothered Pork Chops
These Southern Soul Food Smothered Pork Chops are fried with seasoned, sauteed onions and then drizzled in thick, stewed gravy. Pair this soul food staple with potatoes or your favorite sides.
Servings 4 pork chops
Calories 553kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 pork chops Bone-in, thick center-cut pork loin chops, mine were around 5-6oz each.
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Gravy
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced onions I used a white onion
- ¼ cup flour
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Place a 10 inch skillet or cast-iron on medium heat to preheat while you season the pork chops.
- Season the pork chops with the garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil throughout the skillet. Ensure the pan is fully coated with oil.
- Add the pork chops to the pan. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees. Use a meat thermometer. Cook time will vary based on the size of your pork chops.
- Remove the pork chops from the pan. Set aside.
- Add the butter and remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
- Once melted, add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Add in the flour. Add it in stages and stir continuously to avoid clumping.
- Add the whipping cream, chicken broth, and garlic powder to the pan. Stir until the sauce thickens.
- Add the pork chops back to the skillet with the gravy.
- Serve.
Notes
Use a pan that's great for searing.
I use a cast iron is used in this recipe because it cooks the pork chops evenly and is great for searing.
A stainless steel skillet is another option for a comparable skillet to use in this recipe. I would not use a non-stick skillet as it will not produce the same results in this recipe.
You can use bone-in or boneless pork chops. Be sure to cook them until they reach an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees.
You can omit the heavy cream if you wish, it’s added for flavor. You can also substitute with half and half, milk, etc. The gravy won’t be as thick.
You can substitute butter for whatever oil you prefer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pork chop | Calories: 553kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 33g