Bayou Pork Chops Recipe

Dive into the flavors of the bayou with this incredibly tender and juicy low-fat pork chop recipe! Inspired by 1001 Low-Fat Recipes, this dish features succulent pork chops simmered in a vibrant sauce of onions, bell peppers, celery, and zesty chilies. The secret? Cooking the rice in chicken broth for extra flavor! A quick, healthy, and incredibly satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 807 kcal
Protein 117g
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Ingredients for Bayou Pork Chops

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How to Make Bayou Pork Chops

  1. Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Season pork chops generously with salt and pepper. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned.
  3. Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 bell pepper (chopped), 2 stalks celery (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the skillet.
  5. Sauté until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite chili flakes (adjust to taste).
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  8. Return the pork chops to the skillet.
  9. Simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  10. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  12. Serve immediately over rice cooked in chicken broth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

48g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bayou Pork Chops?

Bayou Pork Chops takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bayou Pork Chops?

Bayou Pork Chops has approximately 807 calories per serving, with about 117 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bayou Pork Chops?

The key ingredients for Bayou Pork Chops are Vegetable Oil Cooking Spray, Pork Loin Chops, Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Celery, Garlic Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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