Description
Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of Smothered Beef Chop Scalloped Potato Casserole, a dish that perfectly marries tender beef chops with creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this casserole is not only hearty and satisfying but also easy to prepare. With layers of savory flavors and a rich homemade cheese sauce, it promises to be a hit on any dining table. The best part? Most ingredients are pantry staples, making it a convenient choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless beef chops
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season beef chops with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Brown the seasoned beef in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions in butter until soft. Add flour and cook briefly before whisking in milk and chicken broth until thickened. Stir in thyme, paprika, and cheese until melted.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the potatoes, half of the cheese sauce, and browned beef chops. Top with remaining potatoes and sauce.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg