Savory Taco-Style Pork Chops
This delicious Savory Taco-Style Pork Chops recipe is a family favorite that combines tender pork loin chops with aromatic spices, fluffy rice, and a rich tomato sauce. The dish is baked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Topped with fresh green bell pepper and melted cheddar cheese, it creates a fulfilling one-dish meal that your loved ones will request time and again. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe brings a taste of the Southwest to your dinner table.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
pork loin chops
6 (1/2-inch thick)
cooking oil
2 tablespoons
seasoning salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
uncooked long grain rice
3/4 cup
water
1 1/2 cups
tomato sauce
1 (8 ounce) can
taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon (envelope)
green bell pepper
1 medium (chopped)
shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and brown them on both sides until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side. Season the chops with seasoning salt and pepper to taste.
3
While the pork chops are browning, prepare the rice mixture. In a greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish, combine the uncooked long grain rice, water, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning mix. Stir the mixture well until evenly combined.
4
Once the pork chops are browned, arrange them over the rice mixture in the baking dish. Sprinkle the chopped green bell pepper evenly over the top of the chops.
5
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1½ hours or until the pork is tender and the rice is cooked through.
6
Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the dish. Return to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this pork dish?
The recipe is for Savory Taco-Style Pork Chops.
What type of pork chops are required?
The recipe calls for 6 pork loin chops that are 1/2-inch thick.
What should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do you brown the pork chops?
The chops should be browned for 4-5 minutes per side in a skillet.
What seasonings are added to the chops during browning?
You should season the pork chops with seasoning salt and pepper to taste.
Is the rice cooked before being added to the dish?
No, you use 3/4 cup of uncooked long grain rice.
What size baking dish is needed for this recipe?
A 13x9x2-inch baking dish is required for this recipe.
Does the baking dish need to be greased?
Yes, you should use a greased baking dish.
What liquids are combined with the rice?
The rice is mixed with 1 1/2 cups of water and one 8-ounce can of tomato sauce.
How much taco seasoning is used in the rice mixture?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning mix.
What vegetable is added on top of the pork chops?
One medium chopped green bell pepper is sprinkled over the pork.
How is the dish prepared for baking?
The baking dish should be covered with aluminum foil.
How long does the main baking process take?
The dish should bake for 1 to 1.5 hours.
When do you add the cheese?
Add the cheese after the initial baking is complete and the foil is removed.
What type of cheese is used for the topping?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
How long do you bake the dish after adding cheese?
Bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
How do you know the pork is done?
The pork is ready when it is tender and the rice is fully cooked through.
How much cooking oil is needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons of cooking oil for browning the chops.
What is the flavor profile of this recipe?
It is a savory Southwest-style dish with aromatic spices and a rich tomato sauce.
Is this recipe suitable for families?
Yes, it is described as a family favorite that is perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F.
What is the final texture of the rice?
The baking process allows the flavors to meld, resulting in fluffy, seasoned rice.
How many pork loin chops does the recipe serve?
The recipe uses 6 chops, which typically serves a family.
What is the role of the tomato sauce in the recipe?
The tomato sauce creates a rich sauce that helps cook the rice and flavor the pork.
Can I use any kind of bell pepper?
The recipe specifically calls for a medium green bell pepper.
Is the taco seasoning added to the meat or the rice?
The taco seasoning is stirred into the rice mixture with the water and tomato sauce.
Do you keep the foil on while melting the cheese?
No, you must remove the foil and return the dish to the oven uncovered to melt the cheese.
How is the green bell pepper prepared?
The green bell pepper should be chopped before being sprinkled over the chops.
What type of rice grain is used?
The recipe specifies long grain rice.
How much water is mixed with the rice?
You use 1 1/2 cups of water for the rice mixture.