Smothered Pork Chops

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        •       4 bone-in pork chops
        •       Slap Ya Mama seasoning (or Cajun seasoning), to taste
        •       Garlic powder, to taste
        •       Salt and pepper, to taste
        •       2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or olive oil)
        •       1 onion, thinly sliced
        •       1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
        •       3 cups water

For the gravy:

        •       2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or olive oil)
        •       2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
        •       Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

        1.      Season the pork chops generously with Slap Ya Mama seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
        2.      In a large skillet or pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.
        3.      Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops to the skillet and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
        4.      In the same skillet or pot, add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to soften.
        5.      Return the pork chops to the skillet, arranging them on top of the onions and peppers.
        6.      Pour 3 cups of water into the skillet, covering the pork chops, onions, and peppers.
        7.      Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet or pot, and let the pork chops simmer for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender.
        8.      Once the pork chops are done cooking, remove them from the skillet or pot and set them aside.
        9.      In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of oil and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to create a roux.
        10.     In the same skillet or pot with the leftover juices and water, heat the mixture over medium heat.
        11.     Gradually pour the oil/flour mixture (roux) into the skillet or pot, whisking constantly to incorporate it into the cooking liquid.
        12.     Continue whisking until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
        13.     Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
        14.     Serve the smothered pork chops hot with the homemade gravy spooned over the top over white rice.

Enjoy your flavorful and tender smothered pork chops with homemade gravy!

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