Lowcountry Smothered Pork Chops

Directions

  1. 1Trim the excess fat from the chops and season well with salt, pepper and cayenne.
  2. 2Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Lightly roll the chops in flour, shake off the excess, and slip them into the pan.
  4. 4Brown the chops well, about 3 minutes per side, and remove them to a plate.
  5. 5Add the bell peppers and onions to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
  6. 6Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about half a minute longer.
  7. 7Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet.
  8. 8Add chops to the pan and place vegetables on top of pork chops.
  9. 9Pour in the broth and sprinkle with Worcestershire sauce.
  10. 10Cover the pan with foil and allow to simmer for 45 minutes or until chops are tender.

Ingredients

  • 4 1-inch thick center-cut pork chops
  • ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 0.25 cup all purpose flour, spread on a plate
  • 2 medium green bell peppers, stemmed, cored, membranes removed, cut into strips
  • 2 yellow onions, trimmed, cut lengthwise
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 to 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
  • salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Equipment

skilletfoil