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Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of the EVOO, once around the pan.
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Add the soppressata strips, spreading them evenly in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently, until they are crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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While the soppressata is getting crispy, start the pork chops.
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Preheat a second skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of the EVOO.
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Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and the rosemary.
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Add the chops and cook for 5 minutes on each side.
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Back to the soppressata: remove the crispy soppressata to a paper-towel-lined plate and reserve.
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Return the skillet to the heat with 1 tablespoon of the EVOO.
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Add the broccoli florets and the bite-size stem pieces, season them with pepper and just a little salt, spread the broccoli out evenly in the skillet, and try not to stir it for about 2 minutes in order for it to take on a little color.
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Once it is lightly colored, stir and add half of the garlic and half of the chopped onions.
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Continue to cook for about 2 minutes, then add 1/2 cup of the chicken stock.
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Turn the heat down to medium, and continue to cook until the broccoli is nice and tender, about 5 minutes.
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If the skillet gets dry before the broccoli is tender, add another splash of either the chicken stock or water.
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Once the pork chops have done their time in the skillet, transfer to a platter and loosely cover with foil.
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Return the pan to the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of EVOO and the remaining garlic and onions.
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Season with a little salt and pepper.
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Saute the onions for 3 to 4 minutes, until they are nice and tender, stirring frequently.
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Add the balsamic vinegar; cook for about 30 seconds, then add the remaining 1 cup of chicken stock.
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Bring it up to a bubble and continue to cook for about 2 minutes, or until there is only about 1/2 cup of liquid left in the skillet.
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Turn the heat off and add the butter and chopped parsley, stirring and shaking the pan until the butter has completely melted.
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Distribute the broccoli among 4 serving plates and top each serving with a little of the crispy soppressata.
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Arrange a pork chop on each plate and drizzle it with the balsamic pan gravy.
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Serve with a big hunk of crunchy bread.