🍖 Baked Pork Chops with Potatoes

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the baking dish:
   • In a large glass or ceramic baking dish (like the one in your photo), arrange the potato slices in an even layer across the bottom.
3. Season the potatoes:
   • Drizzle half of the olive oil over the potatoes.
   • Sprinkle with half of the garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Toss lightly to coat (you can use your hands or a spoon).
4. Arrange the pork chops:
   • Place the pork chops in a single layer over the potatoes. They can be slightly overlapping if needed.
5. Season the pork chops:
   • Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the pork chops.
   • Season generously with the rest of the spices, salt, and pepper.
6. Add liquid:
   • Pour the chicken broth or water around the edges of the dish (not directly over the chops, to avoid steaming them).
7. Bake:
   • Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
   • Bake for 30 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for another 15–25 minutes, until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F) and the potatoes are tender and golden at the edges.
8. Rest & Serve:
   • Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
   • Serve hot straight from the dish — the potatoes will have absorbed all the savory juices!

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💡 Tips:

• For extra flavor, add a few smashed garlic cloves or fresh rosemary sprigs before baking.
• If you want crispy edges on the pork chops, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end (watch closely!).
• You can swap potatoes for carrots, onions, or parsnips for variety.