Southern Smothered Pork Chops with Brown Gravy

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Southern Smothered Pork Chops with Brown Gravy.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious pork chop dish, grab a 3-quart saucepan and melt some butter over medium-low heat.

2. Step 2

   Once the butter is bubbling gently, toss in your sliced onion and minced garlic.

3. Step 3

   Sauté them together until the onion turns a lovely golden brown, which should take about 7 to 10 minutes.

4. Step 4

   When they’re perfectly caramelized, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate and set them aside for now.

5. Step 5

   Next, in the same pan, gradually stir in some flour with the remaining butter.

6. Step 6

   Keep stirring over low heat until the flour deepens to a rich brown color, which will take another 7 to 10 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once you achieve that beautiful hue, remove the pan from the heat.

8. Step 8

   Now, it’s time to bring in the beef broth! Slowly whisk it into the flour mixture, making sure to eliminate any lumps.

9. Step 9

   After that, return the sautéed onion and garlic to the pan, and add in your sliced mushrooms and chopped parsley.

10. Step 10

    Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to blend those flavors beautifully.

11. Step 11

    Once it’s bubbling, take it off the heat and set it aside.

12. Step 12

    Now, let’s move on to the pork chops! Coat a large skillet with cooking spray and heat it over medium-high heat.

13. Step 13

    Season your pork chops generously with salt and pepper, then place them in the hot skillet.

14. Step 14

    Sear the chops until they’re beautifully browned, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes on each side.

15. Step 15

    Once they’re golden and tempting, pour the rich gravy you prepared earlier over the top of the chops.

16. Step 16

    Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low, allowing the pork chops to simmer gently.

17. Step 17

    This is where the magic happens! Let them cook until they’re tender and no longer pink in the center, which will take about 30 to 40 minutes.

18. Step 18

    To ensure they’re perfectly cooked, check that an instant-read thermometer reads 145°F (63°C) when inserted into the center of the chops.

19. Step 19

    And there you have it—a comforting, flavorful dish that’s sure to impress! Enjoy every bite!.