Italian Pork Chops
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Italian Pork Chops—a true comfort food classic bursting with Mediterranean flavors! Tender, bone-in pork chops are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a robust tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, oregano, basil, and a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. The rich and hearty sauce, complemented by the sweetness of caramelized onions, clings beautifully to the chops, making every bite a savory delight. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan recipe is both flavorful and fuss-free. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve alongside velvety pasta, fluffy rice, or warm crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this Italian-inspired dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation! Keywords: Italian pork chops, tomato sauce, one-pan dinner, Mediterranean flavors, easy pork chop recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until browned. Remove the pork chops and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, oregano, basil, red chili flakes, and an additional pinch of salt if needed. Mix well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then return the pork chops to the skillet. Spoon some sauce over the pork chops.
Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork chops are fully cooked and tender (internal temperature should reach at least 145°F or 63°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Serve the pork chops with their tomato sauce alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.2 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.4 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 4139 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 202.9 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 4110 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
