Savory Italian Pork Chops with Peppers and Mushrooms
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy with our Savory Italian Pork Chops, a delightful blend of succulent pork, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices. It's a culinary journey that's both comforting and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops about 1 inch thick
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1½ tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
- ½ cup canned tomato sauce
- 1 green pepper cleaned and cut into thin strips
- ½ lb. fresh mushrooms sliced, or 1 can (3 oz.) mushroom pieces, drained
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ⅓ cup tomato juice
- 4 oz. hot Italian sausage optional
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork chops and rinse them under cold water.
- In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Rub this mixture onto the pork chops.
- Heat olive or vegetable oil in a large skillet and brown the pork chops on both sides.
- Add tomato sauce, green pepper, mushrooms, oregano, and tomato juice to the skillet.
- Cover and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes.
- If using sausage, brown it in a separate pan, drain, and add it to the skillet during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Spoon the flavorful sauce over the chops and serve.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair these delectable Italian Pork Chops with a medium-bodied Sangiovese. The fruity notes and balanced acidity of the wine will complement the savory flavors of the pork and the richness of the tomato-based sauce. Buon Appetito!
Nutrition values
Calories: 360 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 23 g | Sugar: 5 g