Here’s a classic, hearty recipe for Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy—comfort food at its finest. I’ll give it step by step so it’s foolproof.
Ingredients (4 servings)
For the Pork Chops:
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4–1/2 cup (60–120 ml) milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons pan drippings or butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken or pork broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Make the mashed potatoes
- Boil peeled, chopped potatoes in salted water until tender (15–20 minutes).
- Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Keep warm while you cook the pork and make gravy.
2. Cook the pork chops
- Season pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear pork chops 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 145°F / 63°C).
- Remove pork chops from the skillet and keep warm.
3. Make the gravy
- In the same skillet, leave 1–2 tablespoons of drippings or add butter.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk over medium heat for 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Serve
- Plate the pork chops with a scoop of mashed potatoes.
- Pour the gravy over the pork chops and potatoes.
✅ Tips for the best results:
- For extra flavor, add a splash of cream or milk to the gravy.
- You can add herbs like thyme or rosemary to the pork while cooking.
- For a richer mashed potato, mix in sour cream or cream cheese.
If you like, I can also give a one-skillet version where the pork chops, potatoes, and gravy are all made together for less cleanup—super convenient.
Do you want me to do that?
