3 Ingredient Pan Simmered Italian Boneless Pork Chops Recipe

Prepare for unbelievably tender and flavorful pork chops with this incredibly easy 3-ingredient recipe! Perfect for impressing company or a weeknight dinner, these juicy chops simmer in a rich tomato sauce until fork-tender. The secret? Slow cooking with just the right amount of heat to achieve melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Customize the cooking time – simmer for as little as 2 hours or up to 6! (Salt and pepper are considered pantry staples.)

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 185 mins
Calories 397 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 4.4 (18 Reviews)
3 Ingredient Pan Simmered Italian Boneless Pork Chops 89

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 3 Ingredient Pan Simmered Italian Boneless Pork Chops

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How to Make 3 Ingredient Pan Simmered Italian Boneless Pork Chops

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat in a large oven-safe skillet with a lid.
  2. Season 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick) generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Sear pork chops for 1-2 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  4. Remove the skillet from the burner.
  5. Carefully pour one (28-ounce) can of stewed tomatoes evenly over the pork chops, ensuring some tomatoes are underneath and others are on top.
  6. Cover the skillet and return it to the burner.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the pork chops are easily pierced with a fork.
  8. For extra tender pork chops, continue simmering on low for up to 6 hours (adjust to your schedule).
  9. Uncover the skillet and simmer for an additional 30-60 minutes, or until some of the liquid has evaporated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  10. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta with Parmesan cheese, or alongside creamy mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

32g

Carbs

2g