Smothered Pork Chops with Gravy
Smothered Pork Chops with Gravy is a classic American comfort food, particularly popular in the Southern United States. It features bone-in pork chops that are pan-seared and then slowly braised in a rich, savory gravy made from pan drippings, onions, and a roux.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the gravy's flour thickener. A typical serving provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and zinc, with a calorie count roughly between 400-600 calories depending on the cut of pork and gravy richness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Choline | 95 mg |
Per 1 serving (2 chops with gravy, approx. 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'smothering' technique is a hallmark of Southern cooking, transforming a simple cut of meat into a tender, flavorful meal through slow cooking. Nutritionally, while hearty, the dish is often balanced in home kitchens by serving it with vegetables or a simple starch like rice or mashed potatoes.
