Best 2 Creole Pork Chops Cornbread Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Creole Pork Chops and Cornbread Casserole, a harmonious blend of Southern comfort and culinary expertise. This delectable dish features tender pork chops smothered in a rich and flavorful Creole sauce, nestled atop a bed of fluffy cornbread casserole. The Creole sauce, a symphony of spices and aromatic vegetables, infuses the pork chops with a vibrant and complex taste. The cornbread casserole, with its golden crust and moist, savory interior, provides a perfect complement to the succulent pork chops. This culinary masterpiece is a harmonious marriage of textures and flavors, offering a delightful experience for the senses. Explore the detailed recipes within this article to recreate this Southern delicacy in your own kitchen, impressing your family and friends with your culinary prowess.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREOLE PORK CHOPS & CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



Creole Pork Chops & Cornbread Casserole image

From The Black Family Reunion cookbook. Leah Chase, Chef/Co-Owner of Dooky Chase Restaurant, New Orleans,La.

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Pork

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons shortening, Butter Flavor Crisco, divided
8 pork chops, 1/2 inch thick
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1/3 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup bell pepper, green, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups cornbread, crumbled
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, whole, drained, cut up
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Melt 2 T Butter Flavor Crisco in large skillet on medium heat. Add 4 chops. Brown both sides. Repeat with remaining chops. Remove from skillet. Set aside. Add remaining 2 T Butter Flavor Crisco, onion, celery, green pepper and garlic to skillet. Cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat.
  • Combine cornbread, egg and half of onion mixture in medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, pepper, cayenne and bay leaf to remaining mixture in skillet. Simmer about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Remove bay leaf.
  • Place 4 pork chops in 3 qt casserole. Spread cornbread mixture over chops. Arrange remaining chops on top. Pour sauce over chops. Cover.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 55 minutes, or until chops are tender.

CREOLE PORK CHOPS & CORNBREAD CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Creole Pork Chops & Cornbread Casserole Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons shortening, Butter Flavor Crisco, divided
8 pork chops, 1/2 inch thick
1 ⁄3 cup onion, chopped
1 ⁄3 cup celery, chopped
1 ⁄4 cup bell pepper, green, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups cornbread, crumbled
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can tomatoes, whole, drained, cut up
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 ⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
1 ⁄4 teaspoon salt
1 ⁄8 teaspoon black pepper
1 ⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Melt 2 T Butter Flavor Crisco in large skillet on medium heat. Add 4 chops. Brown both sides. Repeat with remaining chops. Remove from skillet. Set aside. Add remaining 2 T Butter Flavor Crisco, onion, celery, green pepper and garlic to skillet. Cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat. Combine cornbread, egg and half of onion mixture in medium bowl. Set aside. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, pepper, cayenne and bay leaf to remaining mixture in skillet. Simmer about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Remove bay leaf. Place 4 pork chops in 3 qt casserole. Spread cornbread mixture over chops. Arrange remaining chops on top. Pour sauce over chops. Cover. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 55 minutes, or until chops are tender.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops. Bone-in pork chops will give you more flavor, but boneless pork chops are easier to cook.
  • Season the pork chops generously. A good rub or marinade will help to enhance the flavor of the pork.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to the desired doneness. The internal temperature should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 155 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, and 165 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.
  • Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful pork chop.

Conclusion:

Creole pork chops and cornbread casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are succulent and flavorful, while the cornbread casserole is moist and cheesy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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