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Pork Chops Italiano

Savory Pork Chops Italiano Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Delight in the quick and flavorful Pork Chops Italiano, a perfect dish for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Chops
  • 4 pieces Boneless Pork Chops Substitute with skinless chicken breasts or turkey cutlets if desired.
For the Veggies
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Sliced button mushrooms preferred.
  • 2 pieces Bell Peppers A mix of red and yellow peppers is ideal.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
For the Sauce
  • 28 ounces Canned Crushed Tomatoes Fresh diced tomatoes can be used.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or Wine Use low-sodium broth for a non-alcoholic option.
Seasoning Essentials
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be substituted.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Finely chopped.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the pork chops generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Sear in a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and butter for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Sauté sliced mushrooms, diced bell peppers, and chopped onions in the same skillet for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute.
  5. Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and chicken broth or wine, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Return the pork chops to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer together for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for easy weeknight dinners.

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