20 Minute Tomato Basil Pork Chops Recipe

Impress your taste buds with these juicy, flavorful 20-Minute Tomato Basil Pork Chops! Featured on Taste of Home's cooking show, this recipe is incredibly easy and quick, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a sophisticated dinner party. The vibrant colors and delicious combination of tender pork, sweet tomatoes, and fragrant basil create a dish that's both stunning and satisfying. Get ready to experience a burst of flavor in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 655.1 kcal
Protein 125g
Rating 4.5 (13 Reviews)
20 Minute Tomato Basil Pork Chops

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for 20 Minute Tomato Basil Pork Chops

  • Boneless Pork Chops
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Cream Of Mushroom Soup
  • ½ cup water
  • Plum Tomato
  • Dried Parsley Flakes
  • Dried Basil
  • Butter
  • Egg Noodles

How to Make 20 Minute Tomato Basil Pork Chops

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season both sides of 4 (1-inch thick) pork chops generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Brown the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, ½ cup water, 1 teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional). Bring to a simmer.
  4. Return the pork chops to the skillet. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine before serving.
  6. Serve the pork chops over your favorite noodles or rice. Garnish with fresh basil leaves (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

58g

Carbs

4g