This comforting, old-fashioned pork chop dinner is the kind of meal that fills your kitchen with rich, savory aromas and brings everyone straight to the table. Juicy pork chops are seared to golden perfection, then simmered alongside tender potatoes and sweet onions, soaking up every bit of flavor from smoky bacon and simple seasonings.
It’s a one-pan classic that proves you don’t need fancy ingredients to create something truly satisfying. The potatoes become soft and buttery, the onions melt into the broth, and the pork chops turn irresistibly tender—making this a hearty, budget-friendly meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/4 pound bacon
- 4 pork chops
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into thick slices
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until fully cooked but still slightly soft, about 6 minutes. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the pork chops to the hot bacon grease and sear until nicely browned on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from heat if needed while preparing the remaining ingredients.
- Chop the cooked bacon into bite-sized pieces.
- Return everything to the skillet, then add the sliced potatoes, onions, and chopped bacon. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the pork chops are cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Spoon the flavorful juices over the pork chops and potatoes for the best flavor.