Smothered Pork Chops with Pasta

Health score
19%
Smothered Pork Chops with Pasta
25 min.
5
260kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Smothered Pork Chops with Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and comfort. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that serves five, making it ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. The star of this recipe is the tender pork loin chops, seared to perfection and then lovingly smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds.

This dish is not only quick to prepare but also packs a punch with its rich flavors. The combination of sautéed onions and mushrooms adds depth to the creamy sauce, while the Ultimate Hamburger Helper seasoning mix brings a unique twist that elevates the dish to new heights. Served over perfectly cooked pasta, this meal is a comforting embrace on a plate, perfect for lunch or dinner.

With a caloric count of just 260 kcal per serving, you can enjoy this hearty dish without the guilt. Plus, the nutritional breakdown shows a healthy balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, making it a well-rounded choice for any meal. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and a hint of freshness. Dive into this delicious recipe and savor the flavors that will surely become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 20 oz pork loin chops 
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • oz mushrooms sliced (3 cups)
  • 1.8 cups milk 
  • box hawaiian rolls 
  • serving parsley fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add pork chops; cook about 2 minutes on each side or until slightly browned.
  3. Remove pork chops from skillet; set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. In same skillet, heat oil until hot.
  5. Add onion and mushrooms; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in milk and seasoning mix (from Ultimate Hamburger Helper box).
  6. Heat to boiling. Return pork chops to skillet; spoon some of the sauce over pork. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 9 to 11 minutes, stirring and turning pork chops occasionally, until pork is no longer pink in center.
  7. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan two thirds full of boiling water; add uncooked pasta (from Ultimate Hamburger Helper box). Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  8. Drain; cover to keep warm.
  9. Stir cream sauce (from Ultimate Hamburger Helper box) into mixture in skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, just until hot.
  10. Serve pork chops and sauce mixture over pasta.
  11. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories260kcal
Protein44.89%
Fat44.05%
Carbs11.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.2
Glycemic Load
2.24
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
19.405217440232%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.73mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.8mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
3.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:260.14kcal
13.01%
Fat:12.59g
19.36%
Saturated Fat:4.67g
29.21%
Carbohydrates:7.11g
2.37%
Net Carbohydrates:6.36g
2.31%
Sugar:5.71g
6.34%
Cholesterol:86.22mg
28.74%
Sodium:91.23mg
3.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.86g
57.72%
Selenium:43.51µg
62.16%
Vitamin B1:0.85mg
56.67%
Vitamin B3:10.82mg
54.11%
Vitamin B6:0.94mg
47.13%
Phosphorus:386.85mg
38.68%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.33%
Potassium:723.35mg
20.67%
Vitamin B5:1.84mg
18.45%
Vitamin B12:1.08µg
18.01%
Vitamin K:16.76µg
15.96%
Zinc:2.38mg
15.87%
Calcium:119.41mg
11.94%
Magnesium:45.86mg
11.46%
Copper:0.22mg
10.81%
Vitamin D:1.48µg
9.89%
Iron:0.88mg
4.91%
Vitamin A:210.6IU
4.21%
Vitamin C:3.2mg
3.88%
Folate:12.16µg
3.04%
Fiber:0.76g
3.02%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.78%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.34%