Slow-Cooker Pizza Pork Chops

Health score
30%
Slow-Cooker Pizza Pork Chops
250 min.
6
563kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that combines the comforting flavors of pizza and the tender juiciness of pork chops? Introducing Slow-Cooker Pizza Pork Chops, a delightful meal that is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty main course that will satisfy the whole family.

Imagine succulent pork loin chops, seasoned to perfection and seared for that irresistible golden crust, slowly simmering in a rich tomato pasta sauce infused with the sweetness of onions. As the flavors meld together in the slow cooker, your kitchen will be filled with an aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating mealtime. The dish is served over a bed of fluffy cooked orzo, making it a filling and delicious option for lunch or dinner.

To top it all off, a generous sprinkle of gooey mozzarella cheese adds that classic pizza touch, creating a mouthwatering combination that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. With a total cooking time of just over four hours, you can set it and forget it, allowing you to enjoy your day while the slow cooker does all the work. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal, these Slow-Cooker Pizza Pork Chops are a must-try!

Ingredients

  • cups orzo pasta cooked
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • cups pasta sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 2.3 lb pork loin chops 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Remove excess fat from pork.
  2. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add pork; cook about 5 minutes, turning once, until brown.
  4. Place pork in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker.
  5. Sprinkle onion over pork.
  6. Add pasta sauce.
  7. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours.
  8. Place orzo on platter. Top with pork and sauce.
  9. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories563kcal
Protein35.64%
Fat32.12%
Carbs32.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.92
Glycemic Load
19.37
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
28.4939133188%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:562.5kcal
28.13%
Fat:19.72g
30.33%
Saturated Fat:7.26g
45.37%
Carbohydrates:44.52g
14.84%
Net Carbohydrates:40.8g
14.84%
Sugar:4.37g
4.85%
Cholesterol:128.9mg
42.97%
Sodium:782.83mg
34.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.21g
98.42%
Selenium:92.99µg
132.84%
Vitamin B1:1.19mg
79.4%
Vitamin B3:14.93mg
74.66%
Vitamin B6:1.4mg
69.96%
Phosphorus:549.68mg
54.97%
Potassium:966.84mg
27.62%
Zinc:4.03mg
26.85%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.74%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.47%
Vitamin B12:1.33µg
22.21%
Magnesium:84.18mg
21.04%
Iron:3.35mg
18.62%
Vitamin B5:1.67mg
16.73%
Copper:0.32mg
16.12%
Fiber:3.72g
14.87%
Calcium:131.07mg
13.11%
Vitamin E:1.7mg
11.31%
Vitamin A:488.9IU
9.78%
Vitamin C:6.7mg
8.13%
Vitamin K:7.08µg
6.74%
Vitamin D:0.76µg
5.04%
Folate:19.95µg
4.99%