Juicy Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Season the Pork Chops: Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
3. Dredge in Flour: Dredge each pork chop in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
4. Brown the Pork Chops: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add the pork chops and brown them on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Once browned, transfer the pork chops to a plate and set aside.
5. Saute the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute.
6. Create the Smothering Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir in the thyme, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Allow the mixture to come to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
7. Return Pork Chops to Skillet: Return the browned pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable mixture.
8. Bake in the Oven: Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender.
9. Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve the juicy smothered pork chops over rice, mashed potatoes, or your preferred side dish.
10. Enjoy! Serve hot and savor the flavorful and juicy smothered pork chops with the rich and savory sauce.

Note: Adjust the level of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference.