Pork chops are a versatile and affordable cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. In this article, we'll share three delicious recipes for saucy pork chops that are sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, we've got you covered. Our first recipe is for classic Southern-style smothered pork chops. These chops are coated in a flavorful breading and then cooked in a rich gravy made with onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Our second recipe is for honey garlic pork chops. These chops are marinated in a sweet and savory sauce made with honey, garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar before being grilled or baked. Our third recipe is for pork chops in a creamy mushroom sauce. These chops are pan-fried and then simmered in a creamy sauce made with mushrooms, onions, and white wine. All three of these recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So what are you waiting for? Give one of these recipes a try tonight!
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SWEET-AND-SAUCY PORK CHOPS
This easy weeknight dinner recipe uses sugar to create succulent, caramelized pork chops in record time.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Pork Quick & Easy Capers Garlic Pork Chop Wheat/Gluten-Free Soy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season pork chops with salt and sprinkle evenly with 1/2 tsp. sugar. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook chops, undisturbed, until well browned underneath, about 3 minutes. Turn and cook just until second side is lightly browned, about 1 minute. Transfer chops to a plate (they won't be fully cooked); reduce heat to medium.
- Pour remaining 1 Tbsp. oil into same skillet and add shallot and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until softened and just beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
- Add vinegar and remaining 1 tsp. sugar to skillet. Cook, swirling pan occasionally, until vinegar is nearly evaporated, about 2 minutes.
- Add rosemary, capers, and 1/2 cup water to skillet; season with salt. Reduce heat as needed to maintain a very low simmer. Add butter and swirl pan continuously (and vigorously) until sauce becomes smooth, glossy, and emulsified.
- Return pork chops to skillet, arranging darker side up. Simmer gently in sauce, swirling occasionally, until chops are cooked through, about 3 minutes (a thermometer inserted near the bones should register 135°F).
- Transfer pork chops to plates and spoon sauce over.
BAKED SAUCY PORK CHOPS
Baked pork chop recipes are always handy to feed my hungry family. This entree brightens up the usual routine of roasted pork chops and rice. I reach for this recipe when our appetites are hearty and I feel like baking pork chops. -Dorothy Toben, Blackwell, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; sprinkle with onion., In a bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over chops. Bake, covered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
SAUCY SLOW COOKER PORK CHOPS
This is a quick and easy slow cooker recipe that always pleases my family! I suggest serving this entree with rice.
Provided by S Rodriguez
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 6h25m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook pork chops in the hot oil until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer browned pork chops to a slow cooker; top pork chops with onion and green peppers.
- Whisk tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and salt together in a bowl. Pour sauce into slow cooker, gently stirring to coat meat and vegetables.
- Cook pork chops on Low until tender, 6 to 8 hours.
- Transfer pork chops to a serving platter; tent with aluminum foil to keep warm. Whisk cornstarch into sauce until thickened; spoon sauce and vegetables over pork chops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 59.1 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 994.6 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
SAUCY PORK CHOPS
I don't always have time to fix the home-cooked meals my family loves, so I've come to rely on my slow cooker a lot. I fix these tangy chops at least once a week-the meat's so tender you can cut it with a fork-and we all love it! -Jennifer Ruberg, Two Harbors, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle pork chops with garlic powder, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides; drain. , In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and liquid smoke if desired. Pour half of the sauce into a 3-qt. slow cooker. Top with pork chops and remaining sauce. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 1748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
SAUCY CHINESE PORK CHOPS
These delicious pork chops are so saucy and tender. I got the recipe years ago and it's been a family favorite ever since. -Sharon Crider, Junction City, Kansas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place pork chops in a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the onion, ketchup, brown sugar, water, soy sauce, garlic and ginger. Pour over chops. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with rice and cooking juices.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY SAUCY APPLESAUCE PORK CHOPS
Made with some soy sauce, garlic, ginger and of course applesauce! I found this recipe, hand-written, in my recipe collection. I have no idea where I got the recipe. Hope you like it.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, soy sauce, garlic and ginger; mix well and pour into a greased 13" X 9" X 2" baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the pork chops in the butter.
- When browned on both sides, place over the applesauce mixture.
- Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until meat is tender.
SAUCY SALSA BAKED PORK CHOPS - WITH A TWIST !
Tender, juicy and a bit sweet and spicy ! I looked for a recipe here that would incorporate what I had on hand for my pork chops but couldn't find one. So I came up with this! I made this in about 50 minutes (including prep time) so it was as fast as it was tasty ! The marmalade is a bit different but it really did add a nice sweetness to offset the spicy salsa. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did !
Provided by cfletcher
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Yield 2 chops, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat your oven to 375°F.
- Heat your frying pan to medium.
- Add the oil to the pan.
- Add the pork chops. Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Lightly brown for about 2 minutes per side.
- In a separate bowl, combine the salsa (I used mild but you can choose the heat that you like) and marmalade.
- Remove the pork chops and place into an oven proof dish. (I used a glass pyrex pie plate).
- Smother the chops with the salsa mixture and chopped onions.
- Put into the oven for approximately 40 minutes.
- Turn the chops 1/2 way and baste with the sauce.
- Serve with the extra sauce over the chops!
SAUCY MUSHROOM PORK CHOPS
"I came up with this easy way to dress up ordinary pork chops," notes Karlene Lantz from Felton, California. "My husband loved them and the sauce was great over mashed potatoes."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, brown chops on both sides in 1 teaspoon oil; remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add wine, stirring up any browned bits; cook for 4-6 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in soup and broth. Bring to a boil. Return pork chops to the pan. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SLOW-COOKER SAUCY PORK CHOPS
"I serve these tender chops a couple of times a month because we just love them," writes Sharon Polk of Lapeer, Michigan. "The tangy sauce is delicious over mashed potatoes, rice or noodles."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops in batches; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker., In a large bowl, combine soup, onion, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce; pour over chops. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with potatoes or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 890mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
CAMPBELL'S® SAUCY PORK CHOPS WITH SPINACH AND TOMATOES
Affordable boneless pork chops get smothered in an easy (and low-sodium!) sauce in this fresh and tasty skillet.
Provided by Campbell's Canada
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pork chops 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Transfer to plate. Reduce the heat to medium.
- Add tomatoes and garlic to pan; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in soup, water, vinegar, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce; cook, stirring constantly, until boiling.
- Add spinach to pan; reduce heat, cover and simmer 2 minutes until spinach is wilted. Stir wilted spinach into sauce. Return pork to pan; cover with sauce. Sprinkle with basil.
SAUCY PORK CHOPS WITH VEGETABLES
These savory chops served with mashed potatoes satisfy any hearty appetite. It is a very colorful dish and is nice to serve to guests, too. -Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown pork chops on both sides. Remove and set aside. , In the same skillet, saute the carrots, green pepper and onion until crisp-tender, stirring to loosen any browned bits from pan. Stir in the soup, water and sage. , Return chops to the pan. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve with noodles or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
SAUCY GRILLED PORK CHOPS
My mamaw in Kentucky used this "dip," as she called it, on many grilled meats including chicken and steak. -Misty Schneider, Bayport, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe dish, microwave butter, covered, until melted; add brown sugar and lemon juice, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reserve 2/3 cup for drizzling., Brush pork chops with remaining sauce. Grill, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. , Stir sauce to combine and gently reheat if necessary; drizzle over pork chops. Serve with lemon if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 30g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.
SAUCY BREADED PORK CHOPS
Margaret Wood in Montrose, Pennsylvania passes along her mother's tried-and-treasured recipe for tender pork chops. "I remember she served this with mashed potatoes smothered in the luscious sauce, green beans and applesauce for a quick, easy meal that was always one of dad's favorites," Margaret recalls.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add pork chops, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water. Dip chops in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs. , In a nonstick skillet, cook pork in 1-1/2 teaspoons butter and 1-1/2 teaspoons oil over medium heat for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, for sauce, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Set aside and keep warm., Remove chops from skillet. Saute onion in remaining butter and oil for 1 minute. Return pork to the pan; top with sauce. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 198mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
SAUCY CROCK POT PORK CHOPS
Make and share this Saucy Crock Pot Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bmcnichol
Categories Pork
Time 4h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook pork chops in oil until lightly browned on each side.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper and place in crockpot.
- In a bowl, combine the soup, onion, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce and pour over chops.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until meat juices run clear.
SAUCY SOUTHWESTERN PORK CHOPS
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
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
SAUCY PORK CHOPS WITH CRANBERRIES FOR THE CROCK POT!
I found this in a cookbook I took out from the library (title forgotten). This sounds delicious! You can also substitute a boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 lbs) for the pork chops. Brown the roast on all sides and then proceed as directed. Haven't tried yet.
Provided by Shannon 24
Categories Pork
Time 5h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops on both sides and transfer to slow cooker. Drain fat from pan.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add leeks and cook, stirring, until softened. Add garlic, salt and peppercorns. Cook, stirring for 1 minute. Stir in port, marmalade and cranberries and bring to a boil.
- Pour mixture over pork. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or on high for 2 1/2 hours, until pork is tender and just a hint of pink remains. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
EASY AND SAUCY CROCK POT PORK CHOPS - HEALTHIER VERSION!
I originally saw this recipe in a magazine and tweaked it so it would be a bit healthier. We think it even tastes better this way. My kids request this recipe A LOT because it reminds them of bbq ribs. The recipe couldn't be easier. Enjoy!
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories Pork
Time 5h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle pork chops with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, brown the pork chops in oil on both sides.
- In a bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and liquid smoke.
- Pour half of the sauce into the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Top with pork chops and remaining sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-1/4 to 5 hours or until meat is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 59, Sodium 364.2, Carbohydrate 0.7, Fiber 0.1, Protein 21.4
Tips:
- To ensure your pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check for doneness by cutting into the thickest part of the pork chop. The meat should be cooked through, with no pink in the center.
- For a crispy crust on your pork chops, sear them in a hot skillet for a few minutes per side before adding the sauce.
- If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the sauce and bring it to a simmer until thickened.
- To add more flavor to your pork chops, you can marinate them in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Conclusion:
Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. With the right recipe, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there's a pork chop recipe out there for you.
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