Best 7 Mexican Pork Chop Casserole Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our Mexican Pork Chop Casserole, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and comforting dish features succulent pork chops smothered in a delectable sauce, nestled amidst a bed of tender potatoes, colorful bell peppers, and a delightful blend of Mexican spices.

The secret to this casserole's irresistible taste lies in the rich sauce, a harmonious blend of tangy tomatoes, zesty green chiles, and a hint of smoky chipotle peppers. The pork chops, infused with the sauce's vibrant flavors, emerge tender and juicy, while the potatoes and bell peppers lend a delightful textural contrast.

But that's not all! This culinary journey offers two additional tantalizing recipes to satisfy your cravings. The Mexican Pork Chops with Roasted Corn and Black Bean Salsa presents a vibrant combination of grilled pork chops, roasted corn, and a refreshing black bean salsa. The salsa, bursting with flavors from fresh tomatoes, zesty lime, and fragrant cilantro, adds a vibrant touch to the tender pork chops.

For those who prefer a slow-cooked delight, the Slow Cooker Mexican Pork Carnitas offers fall-apart tender pork shoulder, braised in a flavorful broth infused with Mexican spices. Served with warm tortillas, this dish promises an explosion of flavors in every bite.

Indulge in the authentic taste of Mexican cuisine with these delectable recipes. Each dish offers a unique culinary experience, from the hearty casserole to the grilled pork chops and the slow-cooked carnitas. Prepare to embark on a flavor-filled adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY AND DELICIOUS MEXICAN PORK CHOPS



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Easy and delicious. Tender pork chops in the best Mexican rice. A perfect weeknight meal.

Provided by cccindy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 boneless pork chops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 cups water
1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain white rice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup picante sauce
¼ cup taco seasoning mix
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and black pepper, and brown them on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Set chops aside.
  • Mix the water, rice, tomato sauce, picante sauce, and taco seasoning in the prepared baking dish. Lay the chops into the rice mixture, and top with the green bell pepper slices. Cover the dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the chops are no longer pink inside and the rice is tender, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chop should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Uncover the dish, and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
  • Return to the oven, and bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 936.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MEXICAN HOT PORK CHOP CASSEROLE



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Wonderful Mexican style Pork Chop recipe. Very easy to make.

Provided by Melissa Turner

Categories     Casseroles

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-6 pork chops ( use favorite chops)
6 large russet potatoes
1 can(s) corn
1 can(s) peas (optional)
1 can(s) whole peeled tomatoes 28oz
1/2 c cilantro, fresh
4-5 jalapeno peppers
2 tsp garlic salt

Steps:

  • 1. Season chops with salt and pepper and brown on both sides. You do not have to cook through. They will finish in the oven.
  • 2. Peel and slice potato's into rounds. Drain corn and peas.
  • 3. Blanch jalapeno's in boiling water. Cut off tops and add to blender. Chop up about 1/2 cup of cilantro and add. Pour in can of tomatoes, 2 tsp of garlic salt and puree.
  • 4. Place chops in a baking dish. Cover with potato's and vegetables. Season with salt and pepper. Pour your hot sauce over entire dish. Cover with foil or lid and bake in a 325 preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. When potato's are fork tender it is done.

MEXICALI PORK CHOPS



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Unusual but delicious way to serve pork chops. Colorful, quick and easy! Serve over steamed rice, if desired, or just as it is.

Provided by DAVERINO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 cup whole kernel corn
4 thick cut butterflied pork chops

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, green bell pepper and red bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and corn and saute for 5 more minutes. Pour this mixture into a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • Melt the remaining butter or margarine in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the pork chops and saute for 2 minutes per side, then place the chops in the baking dish over the vegetable mixture and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until internal pork temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 594.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

MEXICAN-STYLE PORK AND RICE CASSEROLE



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I created this recipe when I had a surplus of country style ribs and a family sick of eating ribs. It's like carnitas de puerco and spanish rice all in one dish. My family loved it, so I'm writing it down. Feel free to use a whole bunch of onions and/or 8 oz of mushrooms. I was just using what I had on hand.

Provided by Gnat B. Myers

Categories     Medium Grain Rice

Time 1h

Yield 1 9, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 -3 lbs boneless country-style ribs, sliced crosswise in 1/2-inch slices
1/2 bunch green onion, sliced thinly
1/2 bell pepper, minced
1 celery rib, minced
4 ounces mixed mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 cups rice
3 1/2 cups water
6 ounces tomato paste
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan and turn down to a simmer.
  • Brown pork in a skillet over medium-high heat. Do this in batches so as not to crowd your pan. Remove pork to a 9" x 13" casserole dish.
  • Saute your vegetables in the pork fat which has accumulated in your skillet, scraping the pan to get all the good stuff.
  • Add rice and stir to coat grains with fat; then add tomato paste, spices and salt and stir to combine.
  • Add rice mixture to pork in casserole.
  • Pour most of the water over the pork and rice, saving about 1/2 cup to deglaze your skillet. Pour water from skillet to casserole and stir to combine.
  • Cover tightly with foil and place in the oven to bake about 45 minutes, until pork and rice are tender (don't check before 30 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 7, Sodium 822.7, Carbohydrate 46, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.1, Protein 6.8

MEXICAN PORK CHOPS



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"We enjoy Mexican Pork Chops over rice to catch the spicy sauce," says Nancy Negvesky of Somerville, New Jersey. "You can use mild, medium or hot salsa. If the pork chops are too spicy hot, you can eliminate the cumin-chili powder rub."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 4 ounces each )
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/4 cups salsa
1 teaspoon baking cocoa
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine cumin and chili powder; rub over both sides of pork. In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on both sides over medium heat. , In a small bowl, combine the salsa, cocoa and cinnamon; pour over pork. Bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°, stirring sauce occasionally. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro and green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY PORK CHOP CASSEROLE



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Tender pork chops are treated to a sweet-tangy marinade and topped with gooey melted cheese in this delightful meal from Debbie Hankins of Ironton, Ohio. The rice and vegetable medley is a great compliment.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
2 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each and 1/2 inch thick)
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
3/4 cup water
1/2 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Place teriyaki sauce in a large resealable plastic bag; add pork chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine soup, peas and carrots, water, red pepper, rice, onion and pepper. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., Drain and discard marinade. Place pork chops over rice mixture. Cover and bake 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10-20 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145° and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Fat 31g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 1479mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

MEXICAN RICE CASSEROLE WITH BEEF AND PORK



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A fabulous, delicious Mexican rice casserole that your whole family will enjoy! Serve with sour cream and tortilla chips!

Provided by Holly

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 23

¼ cup olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
¼ (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers, or to taste
2 ½ cups uncooked white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
1 ½ teaspoons Southwest seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 pound ground pork
½ pound ground beef, or more to taste
½ (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning, or to taste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped, or to taste
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch over over medium-high heat. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add green chiles and jalapenos; cook and stir until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add rice; cook until coated in oil, about 3 minutes. Add broth, tomatoes, Southwest seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil. Add lime juice and stir well. Cover with lid.
  • Transfer to the preheated oven and bake while you prepare the meat, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and beef; saute until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in taco seasoning, chili powder, and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Add black beans and stir.
  • Remove rice from the oven and mix in the meat mixture; sprinkle a few tablespoons of water on top. Continue baking until rice is tender yet firm to the bite, 20 to 25 minutes. Mix in green onions and cilantro; top casserole with Cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese. Return to oven and bake until cheeses melt, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 892.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, it's recommended to use bone-in pork chops. They add more richness and depth of flavor to the casserole.
  • Feel free to adjust the spiciness level by adding more or less chili powder and cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the cayenne pepper altogether.
  • For a crispy and golden-brown topping, make sure to sear the pork chops before adding them to the casserole dish. This step helps to lock in the juices and create a delicious crust.
  • Don't overcrowd the casserole dish. Make sure there's enough space for the pork chops to cook evenly and avoid steaming.
  • To ensure that the pork chops are cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, 155°F (68°C) for medium, or 165°F (74°C) for well-done.

Conclusion:

This Mexican pork chop casserole recipe is a delightful combination of savory flavors and textures. It's a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With its tender and flavorful pork chops, a rich and flavorful sauce, and a crispy topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds!

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