Easy and Delicious Mexican Pork Chops

Gluten Free
Health score
22%
Easy and Delicious Mexican Pork Chops
95 min.
6
532kcal

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If you’re looking for a mouthwatering dish that’s as easy as it is delicious, look no further than these Easy and Delicious Mexican Pork Chops! This one-pot wonder is perfect for any meal, whether it be a hearty lunch or a satisfying dinner. Packed with bold flavors and vibrant ingredients, this recipe will transport your taste buds straight to Mexico.

Featuring tender, juicy boneless pork chops, these chops are beautifully complemented by a savory rice mixture infused with tomato sauce, picante sauce, and zesty taco seasoning. The delightful crunch of fresh green bell peppers adds a pop of color and flavor, making each bite a culinary fiesta. And to crown it all, a rich layer of melted Cheddar cheese brings an irresistible creaminess to the dish.

This gluten-free meal serves up to six people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Ready in just 95 minutes, you'll soon have a warming, comforting dish on the table that not only satisfies hunger but also delights the palate with its delightful medley of flavors. Join me in the kitchen to experience a deliciously simple way to enjoy classic Mexican flavors with this fabulous pork chop recipe!

Ingredients

  • ounce tomato sauce canned
  •  bell pepper green sliced
  • servings salt and ground pepper black to taste
  • 0.5 cup picante sauce 
  •  pork chops boneless
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.3 cup taco seasoning 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • cups water 
  • 1.5 cups rice long-grain white uncooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and black pepper, and brown them on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Set chops aside.
  4. Mix the water, rice, tomato sauce, picante sauce, and taco seasoning in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Lay the chops into the rice mixture, and top with the green bell pepper slices. Cover the dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven until the chops are no longer pink inside and the rice is tender, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chop should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Uncover the dish, and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
  7. Return to the oven, and bake uncovered until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories532kcal
Protein28.5%
Fat35.45%
Carbs36.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.2
Glycemic Load
23.1
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.324782475181%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.93mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:531.53kcal
26.58%
Fat:20.73g
31.9%
Saturated Fat:7.71g
48.17%
Carbohydrates:47.44g
15.81%
Net Carbohydrates:43.66g
15.88%
Sugar:4.61g
5.13%
Cholesterol:108.61mg
36.2%
Sodium:1312.96mg
57.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.51g
75.02%
Selenium:57.09µg
81.56%
Vitamin B1:0.96mg
63.98%
Vitamin B3:12.17mg
60.84%
Vitamin B6:1.18mg
59.08%
Phosphorus:463.55mg
46.35%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.82%
Vitamin A:1460.43IU
29.21%
Vitamin C:23.44mg
28.41%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.99%
Zinc:3.44mg
22.92%
Potassium:771.71mg
22.05%
Calcium:172.82mg
17.28%
Vitamin B5:1.7mg
17.03%
Magnesium:63.74mg
15.94%
Vitamin B12:0.91µg
15.16%
Fiber:3.77g
15.1%
Copper:0.27mg
13.7%
Iron:2.27mg
12.6%
Vitamin K:12.43µg
11.84%
Vitamin E:1.62mg
10.8%
Vitamin D:0.65µg
4.33%
Folate:13.92µg
3.48%
Source:Allrecipes