Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

This Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes is the ultimate comfort food meal! From Stanley Tucci Recipes.

Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes


Ingredients:

For the Pork Chops
4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (if tolerated)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt (if tolerated)
¼ tsp black pepper (if tolerated)
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
4 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt (if tolerated)
½ tsp black pepper (if tolerated)
1 tsp fresh thyme (optional)


Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking dish for the potatoes.

2. Prepare the Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
In a large bowl, mix heavy cream, garlic, salt, black pepper, & thyme.
Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish.
Pour half the cream mixture over them & sprinkle half the cheeses.
Repeat with remaining potatoes, cream mixture, & cheeses.

3. Bake the Potatoes
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove foil & bake another 15 minutes, until golden & bubbly.

4. Prepare the Pork Chops
While potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Season pork chops with garlic, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, & pepper.

5. Cook the Pork Chops
Sear pork chops 4-5 min per side or until they reach 145°F (63°C).
Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

6. Serve & Enjoy!
Plate the pork chops with a generous serving of cheesy scalloped potatoes.
Garnish with fresh parsley.

PRO TIPS Extra Crispy? Broil the potatoes for 2-3 minutes after baking!
More Cheese? Add Parmesan (if tolerated) for extra richness!
Flavor Boost? Add a splash of white wine (if tolerated) to the cream mixture!