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Smothered Pork Chops in Cola Casserole

These Smothered Pork Chops in Cola Casserole are tender, savory, and slow-baked in a rich onion gravy with a surprising splash of cola. The soda adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory flavors perfectly, creating a comforting casserole dish that’s perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Casserole, Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in pork chops 3/4 to 1 inch thick
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for dredging (reserve 1 tablespoon)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or bacon drippings
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (optional)
  • 12 oz cola soda not diet
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp ketchup or tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf optional
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • fresh parsley chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Pat the pork chops dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Dredge the pork chops in the flour, coating both sides. Shake off excess and reserve 1 tablespoon of flour.
  • Heat oil or bacon drippings in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops for 3–4 minutes per side, then transfer them to the casserole dish.
  • In the same skillet, cook the sliced onions over medium heat until softened and lightly golden, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic during the last minute if using.
  • Sprinkle the reserved tablespoon of flour over the onions and cook for 1 minute while stirring.
  • Slowly pour in the cola, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Add chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, thyme, and bay leaf. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Pour the onion and cola sauce evenly over the pork chops in the casserole dish and dot the top with butter.
  • Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45–60 minutes until the pork chops are tender and the sauce forms a rich gravy.
  • Remove foil during the last 10 minutes if desired to lightly brown the top and thicken the sauce.
  • Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Discard the bay leaf, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles to soak up the rich onion gravy.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal
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