Smothered Cheddar Pork Chop Bake 🧀🍖
Tender pork chops baked over a bed of creamy, cheesy rice — the perfect easy comfort meal for busy weeknights!
If you are looking for a simple dinner that is filling, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Smothered Cheddar Pork Chop Bake is a perfect choice. It comes together in one baking dish with very little prep, making it ideal for family dinners when you want something hearty and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. 😍
Ingredients 🛒
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: frozen peas or broccoli florets
Instructions 👩🍳
1. Preheat the Oven 🔥
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Rice Base 🍚
Spread the uncooked white rice evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
If you want to add extra vegetables, sprinkle frozen peas or broccoli florets over the rice at this stage. 🥦
3. Add the Pork Chops 🍖
Place the raw pork chops in a single layer directly on top of the rice.
4. Mix the Sauce 🥣
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the mixture evenly over the pork chops and rice.
5. Add the Cheese 🧀
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the entire dish, covering everything with a rich cheesy layer.
6. Cover and Bake ⏲️
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. This helps trap the steam so the rice cooks properly.
Bake for 50 minutes.
7. Uncover and Finish Baking ✨
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
Serving Suggestion 🍽️
This cheesy pork chop bake is a full meal on its own, but it also goes wonderfully with:
- a fresh green salad 🥗
- soft dinner rolls 🥖
- steamed vegetables 🥦
Tips 💡
- For extra flavor, season the pork chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or paprika before adding them to the dish.
- Make sure the foil is tightly sealed so the rice becomes tender while baking.
- You can swap cheddar for mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or any cheese you have on hand.
Final Note ❤️
This Smothered Cheddar Pork Chop Bake is creamy, cheesy, comforting, and incredibly easy to make. It is the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table and leaves them asking for seconds.
