French Onion Smothered Pork Chops

Name: French Onion Smothered Pork Chops with Crispy Onions
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 oz sour cream; 1 packet onion soup mix; 1.5 lbs thin-sliced pork chops; all-purpose seasoning, to taste; cooking spray; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup crispy fried onions; cooked rice, for serving

French Onion Smothered Pork Chops combine tender, thin-sliced pork in a creamy sour cream and onion soup sauce, topped with melted cheddar and crispy fried onions for a savory, bubbly baked dish that's ready in under 30 minutes.

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Total

35 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

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Ingredients

16 oz sour cream
1 packet onion soup mix
1.5 lbs thin-sliced pork chops
all-purpose seasoning, to taste
cooking spray
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crispy fried onions
cooked rice, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream and onion soup mix. Stir until well combined and set aside.
3
Season the thin-sliced pork chops generously on both sides with all-purpose seasoning.
4
Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
5
Arrange the seasoned pork chops in a single layer in the bottom of the prepared dish. It's okay if they overlap slightly.
6
Spread the sour cream and onion mixture evenly over the pork chops.
7
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
8
Bake for 20 minutes.
9
After 20 minutes, carefully remove the casserole from the oven and top with crispy fried onions.
10
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown.
11
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve over cooked rice, if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat pork chops dry before seasoning to allow even browning and better sauce adhesion.
Don't skip the baking step—the cheese and onions need oven heat to melt and crisp properly.
Stir the sour cream mixture well before pouring so the onion soup powder is fully dissolved and seasoning is even.
Check pork chop doneness at 145°F internal temperature; overcooking will dry them out.

Substitutions

Sour cream → Greek yogurt (use 1:1; sauce will be slightly tangier)
Onion soup mix → 2 tbsp caramelized onions + 1 tsp garlic powder + ½ tsp beef bouillon (stir into sour cream)
Cheddar cheese → gruyere or Swiss (more sophisticated flavor)
Crispy fried onions → panko breadcrumb topping mixed with butter for a different texture

Storage & make-ahead

Store covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Reheat covered at 350°F for 10–15 minutes until warmed through; add a splash of milk or broth if sauce has thickened.

Common Questions

Can I use thick-cut pork chops instead of thin-sliced?

Thin-sliced chops cook faster and absorb the sauce better. If using thick-cut, increase baking time by 10–15 minutes and check for doneness at 145°F internal temperature.