Pork Chops Italian
Indulge in the bold, comforting flavors of Pork Chops Italian, a hearty dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your table. Featuring tender, bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection and simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and classic Italian herbs like basil and oregano, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with ease. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds savory depth, while fresh parsley brightens every bite. Served over a bed of al dente pasta, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners. Ready in under an hour, Pork Chops Italian is a crowd-pleasing meal that combines classic Italian flavors and comforting home-cooked warmth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 12 ounces Cooked pasta (e.g., spaghetti or fettuccine)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and ground black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear them for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until they become translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, submerging them partially in the sauce. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pork chops and sauce. Cover the skillet again and allow the cheese to melt for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the pork chops hot over a bed of cooked pasta, and enjoy your Pork Chops Italian!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 982 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 933 mg | 20% | |
*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.
