Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsKartchner’s in LafayetteSmothered Pork Recipe

Smothered Pork Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Served over rice with corn, cucumber, and tomato salad, and a dinner roll.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Season the pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Pork

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork chops and sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    Add the chicken broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Thicken the Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Stir this into the sauce and let it simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Combine and Cook

    Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and let them simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the smothered pork over rice, alongside a corn, cucumber, and tomato salad, and with a dinner roll.

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