Name: Grandmother's Pork Chop Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 0.25 pound bacon; 4 pork chops; 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into thick slices; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 cup water; salt and pepper to taste

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

This recipe yields 4 servings at its original proportions. Ingredient quantities can be adjusted automatically, but cooking steps and times should remain unchanged. Not all recipes scale perfectly.

pound bacon
4 pork chops
3 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced thick
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup water
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Step 1: In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon. Turn occasionally until it is cooked through but not crispy, about 6 minutes. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 2: Using the reserved bacon grease, sear the pork chops over medium-high heat until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. While the pork chops are cooking, chop the bacon into small pieces.

Step 3: Add the sliced potatoes and onion to the skillet, then sprinkle in the chopped bacon. Pour in 1 cup of water, cover the skillet, and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 4: Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, approximately 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories: 443
Total Fat: 19g (24%)
Saturated Fat: 7g (36%)
Cholesterol: 82mg (27%)
Sodium: 306mg (13%)
Total Carbohydrates: 33g (12%)
Dietary Fiber: 5g (16%)
Total Sugars: 4g
Protein: 34g (67%)
Vitamin C: 36mg (40%)
Calcium: 60mg (5%)
Iron: 2mg (13%)
Potassium: 1190mg (25%)

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may vary depending on your calorie needs. Nutrient information may not be available for all ingredients. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, consult your healthcare provider before preparing this recipe.

Comments

John Robinson

09/26/2023 12:23:44 AM

My mother, who was a health-conscious registered nurse, prepared this dish with a few adjustments. Instead of bacon, she seared the chops in vegetable oil and seasoned them before topping each one with 1/4 inch slices of onion. She then added potato wedges to the pan and poured in 1 cup of beef bouillon with 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. The cooking method was similar to this recipe, but my mother's variation was a bit simpler, tasted better, and was healthier. I'm grateful for the reminder and will definitely be making her version again. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

Donald Phillips

12/12/2024 01:25:37 PM

I am also of Irish descent, and my grandmother used to cook a similar dish that was absolutely delicious! To those who found the recipe confusing about when to add ingredients, I recommend reading the instructions carefully before starting to cook. The recipe clearly indicates when to add the bacon. What I love about this dish is its versatility; you can easily customize it to suit your family's preferences by adding or omitting ingredients. This authentic Irish comfort food is hearty and satisfying, using simple ingredients that are typically on hand. I prefer to brown the bacon first, set it aside to cool, then chop it into pieces. I then brown the pork chops in the bacon drippings to infuse them with that delicious bacon flavor. If your meat ends up undercooked, try browning it without the lid on and using a lower temperature. Remember, not everything needs to be cooked on high heat. If the pork chops are thick, you can delay adding the vegetables and cook the chops covered in water a bit longer before adding the veggies. I also like to season the chops as they brown and add a clove or two of garlic to the drippings. For those concerned about the fat content, simply remove the chops to drain on a paper towel before adding them back to the pan. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish that you can easily adapt to your family's tastes!

Daniel Diaz

02/08/2024 10:43:15 PM

I will include cabbage.

Sandra Green

05/13/2025 04:18:25 AM

It was so delicious that I added some parsley and a touch of Hatch green chile.

Linda Martinez

04/06/2023 10:27:31 PM

I didn't follow the recipe exactly. I only had 2 pork chops on hand, so I improvised. I also decided to spice up the potatoes by adding some red pepper flakes.