Creamy Garlic Pork Chops with Cheesy Potato Bake

 

### Creamy Garlic Pork Chops with Cheesy Potato Bake

**Ingredients:**

**For the Pork Chops:**
– 4 boneless pork chops
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste

**For the Cheesy Potato Bake:**
– 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup milk
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 tsp thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste

**Directions:**

**For the Pork Chops:**
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
4. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and chopped thyme. Bring to a simmer.
5. Return pork chops to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the pork chops are cooked through and tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

**For the Cheesy Potato Bake:**
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream, milk, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper until just simmering.
3. Layer the thinly sliced potatoes in a greased baking dish.
4. Pour the heated cream mixture over the potatoes.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden brown.

**Serve:**
– Serve the creamy garlic pork chops alongside the cheesy potato bake while hot. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful meal with your loved ones!

**Nutrition Information:**
– **Prep Time:** 20 minutes
– **Cooking Time:** 1 hour 10 minutes
– **Total Time:** 1 hour 30 minutes
– **Servings:** 4
– **Calories:** Approximately 750 per serving

This dish combines tender pork chops in a creamy garlic sauce with a cheesy potato bake, making it a perfect choice for a cozy dinner at home.

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