Grandmother's Pork Chop Dinner
Description
This one-skillet pork chop dinner includes tender pork chops simmered with bacon, onion, and potatoes for home-style cooking at its simplest.
Ingredients
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1/4 pound bacon
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4 pork chops
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3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into thick slices
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1 medium onion, sliced
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1 cup water
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1
Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through but not crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate; leave grease in the skillet.
2
Sear pork chops in reserved bacon grease over medium-high heat until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
3
While the pork is searing, chop bacon into small pieces.
4
Add potato and onion slices to the skillet along with bacon. Pour in water, cover, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer until potaotes are tender, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.