Saucy Pork Chop Recipe

Name: Saucy Pork Chop
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tsp. butter or margarine; 1/4 c. sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 Tbsp. chopped onion; 1 Tbsp. chopped green pepper; 1 small tomato, peeled and finely chopped; 1/4 c. water; 1/2 tsp. lemon juice; 1/8 tsp. garlic powder; 1/8 tsp. ground oregano; 1/8 tsp. dried whole thyme; 1/8 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1 (1/2 to 3/4-inch) pork chop; hot cooked rice; green pepper ring (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tsp. butter or margarine
1/4 c. sliced fresh mushrooms
1 Tbsp. chopped onion
1 Tbsp. chopped green pepper
1 small tomato, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. ground oregano
1/8 tsp. dried whole thyme
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 (1/2 to 3/4-inch) pork chop
hot cooked rice
green pepper ring (optional)

1
Place butter in a shallow 1-quart casserole dish.
2
Microwave at High for 20 seconds, or until melted.
3
Add mushrooms, onion and green pepper; cover and microwave at High for 2 to 3 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring once.
4
Stir in tomato, water, lemon juice and seasonings.
5
Place pork chop over mixture and spoon a small amount of vegetable mixture over pork chop.
6
Cover; microwave at Medium (50% power) for 8 to 10 minutes.
7
Turn pork chop over; cover and continue to microwave at Medium for 5 to 10 minutes, or until meat next to bone loses pink color.
8
Serve pork chop over rice; garnish with green pepper ring, if desired.
9
Yields 1 serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tsp. butter or margarine, 1/4 c. sliced fresh mushrooms, 1 Tbsp. chopped onion, 1 Tbsp. chopped green pepper, and more.

Yes, Saucy Pork Chop falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Saucy Pork Chop

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Variations & substitutions

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