Southwestern Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained; 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained; 3/4 cup chicken broth; 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4 bone-in pork loin chops(1/2 inch thick and 6 ounces each); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; Hot cooked rice; 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, optional

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 bone-in pork loin chops(1/2 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, optional

1
In a large skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, broth, chili powder, oregano, cumin and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.
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Meanwhile, in another skillet, brown pork chops on both sides in remaining oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour tomato mixture over chops. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160u00b0. Using a slotted spoon, serve over rice. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Freeze option: Cool pork chop mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 165u00b0, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve as directed.

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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 medium onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained, and more.

Yes, Southwestern 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.

Southwestern Pork Chops

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