Pork Chops Smothered in Onion Gravy

Recipe View In a mixing bowl, combine seasoned salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Rub approximately 3/4 teaspoon of the mixture onto each pork chop. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View Dredge the seasoned pork chops in self-rising flour, ensuring they are fully coated. Set aside the remaining seasoning mix and flour for the gravy. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the floured pork chops and cook until golden brown on each side, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the browned chops to a plate and cover with paper towels to keep warm. Reserve the flavorful drippings in the skillet. (Cook time: 6 minutes)

Recipe View Add the thinly sliced yellow onion to the skillet with the reserved drippings. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and caramelized, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add the sliced fresh mushrooms, remaining flour, and remaining spice mixture. If needed, add about 1 teaspoon of water to moisten the mixture. Continue to cook and stir until the onion is a deep golden brown, about 5 minutes. (Cook time: 10-15 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually stir in 2 cups of water into the onion mixture, ensuring there are no lumps, until the gravy is smooth. Bring the gravy to a boil, then gently place the pork chops back into the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer until the pork chops are tender and cooked through, about 1 hour. The internal temperature of the pork chops should reach at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). (Cook time: 60 minutes)