Southern Smothered Pork Chops in Brown Gravy

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Season pork chops with flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
5. Add onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
7. Return pork chops to the skillet and nestle them in the gravy.
8. Cover and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through and gravy has thickened.
9. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite sides.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 550 per serving
• Fat: 30 grams
• Protein: 35 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender and juicy pork chops
• Rich and aromatic brown gravy

User Comments:

• "These pork chops are amazing! The gravy is so flavorful and the pork is cooked to perfection." - Sarah J.
• "I love the Cajun seasoning in this recipe. It gives the pork chops a delicious kick." - Mike S.
• "The pork chops are so tender and the gravy is perfect for dipping." - Susan B.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) before serving.
• If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can substitute a combination of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
• For a thicker gravy, whisk 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with equal parts cold water and add it to the simmering gravy.