Few dishes capture the essence of cozy, family-style cooking like smothered pork chops nestled in a skillet of creamy gravy and tender potatoes. This recipe brings back memories of weeknight dinners where the whole family gathered around the table, the kitchen filled with the scent of seared meat and simmering herbs. Juicy chops, golden potatoes, and rich, savory gravy—this is comfort food at its finest.
 Ingredients (Serves 4)
| Main Ingredients | |
|---|---|
| 4 bone-in pork chops | About 1 inch thick |
| 1 tsp salt | |
| ½ tsp black pepper | |
| 1 tsp paprika | |
| 1 tsp garlic powder | |
| 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil | |
| 1 medium onion | Thinly sliced |
| 3 cloves garlic | Minced |
| 3 tbsp all-purpose flour | |
| 2 cups chicken broth | Low sodium preferred |
| ½ cup heavy cream or whole milk | |
| 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh | |
| 2 lbs baby potatoes | Halved or quartered if large |
| 2 tbsp butter | |
| Fresh parsley | Chopped, for garnish |
Instructions:
