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Smothered Beef Chop Casserole with Creamy Scalloped Potatoes

This comforting beef chop casserole brings together tender protein with creamy scalloped potatoes in one delicious dish that your whole family will love. The rich, savory sauce infuses every bite with incredible flavor while the potatoes become perfectly tender.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 bone-in beef chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the beef chops generously with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in the flour to create a roux, then gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Add thyme and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place the seared beef chops over the potatoes, then top with remaining potato slices. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over everything, ensuring all potatoes are covered.
  4. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and bake uncovered for another 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender and cheese is golden brown.

Notes

For the creamiest potatoes, slice them uniformly about 1/8-inch thick. A mandoline slicer makes this easy! Don't skip the searing step – it creates incredible flavor development. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving so the sauce thickens slightly.