Definition of Comfort Food: Pork Chops Supreme

Name: Definition of Comfort Food: Pork Chops Supreme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 3 cups biscuit mix; 2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided; 5 pork chops; ½ cup Dijon mustard; salt & pepper, to taste; 4 cups chicken broth, divided; 1 cup barley; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large red onion, chopped (or sliced in rings)

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in large frying pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2
In a shallow bowl or on a plate, mix biscuit mix with 1 teaspoon thyme.
3
Spread each DRY chop with mustard on both sides, then dredge in biscuit-thyme breading mixture--pressing firmly; lay in sizzling butter.
4
Brown chops (about 3 minutes per side), turning very GENTLY to keep breading intact; add extra butter (or olive oil) to the pan if necessary.
5
When chops are nicely browned (after about 10-12 minutes), remove from pan to a warm plate, add ONE cup of the broth to the frying pan/Dutch oven, scratch up any fond and mash any larger pieces; simmer for several minutes, stirring.
6
Add another cup of broth and the barley; cover with lid and cook for 15 minutes.
7
Add third cup of broth, stir things up a bit, put cover back on and continue cooking.
8
Melt butter in frying pan; saute red onion until lightly browned.
9
Add sauteed onions to barley.
10
Check things; add remaining cup of broth, stirring it again, barley should be getting nice and plump.
11
Return chops to the pan, snuggling them into the gravy and barley, cook another 5 minutes or so.
12
Sprinkle with remaining teaspoon of thyme.
13
Serve from the cooking pan (since this IS comfort food!)
14
or do the serving dishes up nice -n- perty.

856

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 3 cups biscuit mix, 2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided, 5 pork chops, and more.

Yes, Definition of Comfort Food: Pork Chops Supreme falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!