Southwest Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Southwest Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth; 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, divided; 2 cups uncooked instant rice; 4 boneless pork loin chops (approx 1 pound); 1/2 bell pepper, chopped; 1/4 cup green onion, sliced and divided; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained; 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; sour cream, sliced black olives, salsa, cilantro, optional garnishes

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2
Place uncooked rice in bottom of 9x9 baking dish or casserole dish with a lid. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon taco seasoning over rice.
3
Place pork chops on rice; sprinkle chops with remaining 1 tablespoon seasoning. Arrange green pepper slices and 1/2 the sliced green onions over pork chops.
4
Drain corn, drain and rinse black beans; spoon beans and corn on pork chops; pour chicken broth over all ingredients.
5
Cover and bake 20-30 minutes or until pork is cooked through. Remove cover and sprinkle with shredded cheese; return to oven and bake until cheese is melted.
6
Serve with sour cream, sliced green onions, olives, cilantro and salsa.

799

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth, 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, divided, 2 cups uncooked instant rice, 4 boneless pork loin chops (approx 1 pound), and more.

Yes, Southwest Pork Chops 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.

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Southwest Pork Chops

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