I love making dinner easy, and nothing beats a good casserole for that. Today, I’m sharing two fantastic pork chop casserole recipes that are simple to put together and taste amazing.
If you’re looking for comforting, hearty meals that come together with minimal fuss, you’re in the right place. Let’s make some delicious pork chop dinners!
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Easy Pork Chop Casserole for Dinner
This simple pork chop casserole is a perfect weeknight meal. It’s packed with flavor and comes together with everyday ingredients.
You’ll love how easy it is to prepare, making it a regular in your dinner rotation.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Pork Chop Choice: Bone-in or boneless pork chops work well. Bone-in often adds more flavor.
- Creamy Sauce: A can of cream of mushroom soup makes a quick and tasty sauce base for your casserole.
- Seasoning Right: Don’t forget to season your pork chops well before baking. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are good choices.
What You Need
- 4 medium pork chops
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk or chicken broth
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
⏱️ Time: 50 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Prep and Preheat
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2: Brown the Pork Chops
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side. This step adds great color and helps seal in the juices. Remove pork chops and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Sauce and Assemble
In the same skillet, or a separate bowl, mix the cream of mushroom soup with milk or chicken broth until smooth. Stir in the sliced onions and mushrooms if using. Place the browned pork chops back into the skillet. Pour the soup mixture over the pork chops.
Step 4: Bake Until Done
Cover the skillet or transfer to a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender. If you want, you can uncover for the last 5 minutes to slightly brown the top. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
📝 Final Note
This pork chop casserole is wonderful served with rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes to soak up all that tasty sauce.
Hearty Pork Chops and Potatoes Casserole Recipe
If you’re looking for a complete meal in one dish, this pork chops and potatoes casserole is for you. It’s hearty, satisfying, and very comforting.
This recipe brings together tender pork and soft potatoes in a creamy sauce, making it a family favorite.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Potato Prep: Slice your potatoes thinly and evenly so they cook through at the same rate as the pork.
- Flavor Boost: Add a sprinkle of cheese or some fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra taste.
- Cover for Tenderness: Baking covered helps steam the potatoes and pork, ensuring everything is wonderfully tender.
What You Need
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tbsp dried)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
⏱️ Time: 1 hour 15 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4-6 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Prep Pork and Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, aiming for even thickness so they cook consistently.
Step 2: Sear Pork Chops
Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly sear the pork chops for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned. This step adds a nice crust and depth of flavor. Remove the chops and set aside.
Step 3: Make Creamy Sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, chopped parsley, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. This will be the delicious sauce for your casserole.
Step 4: Layer and Bake
In a large baking dish (or the oven-safe skillet), arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer. Place the seared pork chops on top of the potatoes. Pour half of the creamy sauce over the pork chops. Layer the remaining potatoes over the chops, and then pour the rest of the sauce evenly over the top. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
Step 5: Cook Until Tender
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender and the pork chops are cooked through. You can remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of baking if you prefer a slightly browned top. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
📝 Final Note
For a complete meal, serve this hearty casserole with a simple green salad or some steamed vegetables on the side.