Ingredients for Baked Pork Chops With Vegetable Rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 (1-inch thick) pork chops
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup chopped Roma tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more for seasoning
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups chicken stock
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How to Make Baked Pork Chops With Vegetable Rice
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Season 4 (1-inch thick) pork chops generously with salt and pepper. Brown the chops for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside.
- Add 1 medium chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet.
- Cook for about 5 minutes, or until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in 1 cup long-grain rice, 1 teaspoon curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano.
- Add 1 medium zucchini, diced; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; and 1 bay leaf.
- Pour in 2 cups of chicken stock.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the rice mixture to a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
- Nestle the pork chops into the rice mixture.
- Pour any accumulated juices from the skillet over the pork chops and rice.
- Cover the baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from oven, discard the bay leaf, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
29g
Fat
34g
Carbs
16g
