SAUCY SOUTHWESTERN PORK CHOPS

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This recipe was an instant hit with my husband! It combines green chilies and enchilada sauce to give the chops a zesty southwestern kick. -Jeannette Mitchell, Frederic, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 7 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 large onion, halved and sliced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons enchilada sauce mix
4 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, divided
1 small green pepper, sliced into eight rings
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork chops with pepper. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chops in 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute onion in remaining oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, chilies, water, sauce mix and 2 tablespoons olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Return chops to the pan; top with green pepper rings. Cover and simmer for 9-12 minutes or until meat is tender. , Remove chops and pepper rings; keep warm. Stir sour cream into sauce until blended. Serve with pork and rice. Garnish with remaining olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 861mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Methuli Shenuli
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. The pork chops were a little dry, but the sauce was good.


Anshee B
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This recipe is a waste of time. The pork chops were bland and the sauce was watery.


Nick Andrulewicz
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sauce didn't thicken.


Mrs khalifa
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pork chops were dry and tough.


Shees King
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I highly recommend this recipe. The pork chops are juicy and tender, and the sauce is delicious.


Nhlakanipho Mnguni
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I made this recipe last night and it was amazing! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful.


Deco Rai
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This recipe is a keeper. The pork chops are so tender and the sauce is to die for.


Myasir Arain
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These pork chops were delicious! I served them with rice and a side of vegetables.


Manamela Buster
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If you're looking for a quick and easy pork chop recipe, this is it. The sauce is amazing and the pork chops are cooked to perfection.


Nomusa Mnyandu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the flavorful sauce and the tender pork chops.


shifaw mulu
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This is my new favorite pork chop recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


snappybabby chingy
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sauce is what makes it.


Bella Babygirl
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These pork chops were a little dry, but the sauce was really good. I think I'll try cooking them in a slow cooker next time.


Rahma Hassani
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I love this recipe! The pork chops are always so tender and juicy. I usually serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


solangi Ali
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This recipe is easy to follow and the pork chops turned out great. The sauce is a little spicy, but it's not too hot. I would definitely make this again.


nayiga joan
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I made this last night and it was a hit with my family. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and beans, and it was the perfect meal.


ic hemoso
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These pork chops were amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and the meat was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.