Barbecue Skillet Pork Chops Recipe

Ingredients for Barbecue Skillet Pork Chops

• Boneless Pork Chops
• Vegetable Oil
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Dry Mustard
• Salt
• Ground Black Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• 1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce
• Cooked Egg Noodles

How to Make Barbecue Skillet Pork Chops

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Season 4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick) with salt and pepper. Brown the chops in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
3. Remove chops from skillet and set aside. Drain off excess oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
4. Add 1/2 cup chopped celery and 1/2 cup chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
5. Stir in 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
6. Return pork chops to the skillet. Pour 1 (28 ounce) can of tomato sauce over the chops and vegetables.
7. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour, or until the pork chops are tender, turning occasionally.
8. Serve immediately over cooked egg noodles or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).