Smothered Pork Chops And Grits Recipe

Name: Smothered Pork Chops And Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut 3/4 inch thick); kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 red onions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits; 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 teaspoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (plus more for topping)

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 boneless pork chops (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut 3/4 inch thick)
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 red onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (plus more for topping)

1
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pork with 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper; cook until browned, 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
2
Add the red onions to the skillet and season with salt. Cook, stirring until lightly browned, 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium; stir in the flour and cook, stirring 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and bay leaf. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar, then return pork to the skillet to heat through.
3
Meanwhile, bring 2 1/4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the grits and 1/2 teaspoons salt. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring, until thickened, 5 minutes. Stir in the cheese.
4
Remove the pork from the skillet; discard the bay leaf and stir the parsley in the pan sauce. Serve the pork with the grits. Top with the pan sauce and garnish with more parsley.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 1/2 pounds, cut 3/4 inch thick), kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Smothered Pork Chops And Grits 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.

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Smothered Pork Chops And Grits

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