Smothered Pork Chops

Ingredients:

6 boneless thick-cut loin pork chops
2½ tbsp paprika
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp dried thyme
1 tbsp adobo seasoning
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
4 tbsp butter, divided
4 cups thinly sliced potatoes (using a mandoline is recommended)
1 can (10.75 oz) cream of mushroom soup
Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix the seasonings (paprika, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, oregano, thyme, adobo) in a small bowl. Generously season the pork chops with this mixture.
Prepare the baking dish by greasing a 2-quart dish with some of the butter.
Brown the pork chops: Melt half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic, followed by the pork chops. Cook until each side is nicely browned, then transfer the chops to a plate.
Cook the onions in the remaining butter until they are soft.
Create the sauce by adding the cream of mushroom soup to the onions in the skillet. Stir to combine well.
Layer the potatoes evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Assemble the dish by placing the browned pork chops on top of the potatoes. Pour the onion and soup mixture over the chops, spreading it out evenly.
Bake covered for 30 minutes, then remove the cover and continue baking for another 45 minutes, until the pork chops are tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
Garnish with chopped parsley if using, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 20 min | Total Time: 1 hr 35 min | Servings: 6

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