Italian Pork Chops Mozzarella
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible recipe for Italian Pork Chops Mozzarella! Tender, juicy pork chops are seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a rich, garlicky marinara sauce and topped with a decadent layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Infused with classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil, this dish bursts with bold, aromatic flavors. The skillet-to-oven cooking method ensures the pork chops stay moist while the cheese becomes perfectly bubbly and golden. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, these cheesy Italian pork chops pair beautifully with pasta or crusty bread to soak up every bit of the savory sauce. With a quick 10-minute prep and a total cook time of just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for both busy weeknights and cozy family dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 as needed Optional pasta or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Rub the seasoning into the meat for even distribution.
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the same skillet. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the pork chops to coat them.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over each pork chop, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the Italian Pork Chops Mozzarella with your choice of pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2190 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.2 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4628 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 165.1 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1426 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1718 mg | 37% | |
*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.
