Name: Tomato Chops II
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 large chopped onion; 1 large chopped green bell pepper; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed; 4 thick cut pork chops; salt and pepper; 0.5 cup all-purpose flour for coating; 32 ounces canned tomato sauce

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

This recipe is designed for 4 servings. Adjust ingredient quantities as needed, but cooking times remain the same.

1 large onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
4 thick-cut pork chops
Salt and pepper, to taste
cup all-purpose flour, for coating
32 ounces canned tomato sauce

Directions

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper, sauting for about 5 minutes until softened. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each chop in flour, shaking off any excess.
Place the pork chops in the hot skillet and sear them until golden brown on both sides.
Return the sauted onions and bell peppers to the skillet, placing them around and on top of the pork chops.
Pour the tomato sauce over the pork chops. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. The pork chops are done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 145F (63C).
Remove from heat and serve warm, spooning the sauce and vegetables over the pork chops.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories: 267
Total Fat: 8g (11%)
Saturated Fat: 2g (11%)
Cholesterol: 36mg (12%)
Sodium: 1382mg (60%)
Total Carbohydrate: 30g (11%)
Dietary Fiber: 5g (16%)
Total Sugars: 12g
Protein: 20g (40%)
Vitamin C: 48mg (54%)
Calcium: 55mg (4%)
Iron: 4mg (21%)
Potassium: 1096mg (23%)

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your values may vary depending on your caloric needs. Nutrient data may not be available for all ingredients. Consult a healthcare professional for medically restrictive diets.

Comments

Samantha Martin

12/28/2024 06:26:59 PM

I opted to skip the flour and instead seasoned the chops with Adobo Goya. After browning both sides, I added my mother-in-law's canned seasoned crushed tomatoes and let everything simmer for nearly an hour, resulting in incredibly tender chops. To finish, I topped them with sautéed red and green bell peppers and onions. Overall, the dish turned out very tasty. However, the original recipe lacked flavor and required additional seasonings.

Gary Rodriguez

10/17/2023 10:35:01 AM

Absolutely delicious! I left out the green peppers since we're not fans, and opted for spaghetti sauce instead of plain tomato sauce. I simmered it for 45 minutes to ensure the meat was incredibly tender, and it turned out amazing! Everyone absolutely adored it - so tender that no knife was necessary.

James Cruz

03/29/2024 09:30:10 PM

Here is the revised review: This recipe was a nice change of pace, but it didn't blow me away. I doubt I'll be making it again. I substituted spaghetti sauce for fresh diced tomatoes with juice/sauce since I didn't have the latter on hand, and I think using the fresh tomatoes would have improved the dish. It's essentially a budget-friendly version of zigeunerschnitzel. I did appreciate the flour coating for the added texture it provided.

Eric Taylor

05/15/2025 10:44:38 PM

My boyfriend absolutely adored this recipe, it was truly fabulous. He constantly requested that I add sauce to pork chops because they tended to be dry. When I discovered this recipe, he was enamored. To elevate this delightful dish, I paired it with Uncle Ben's Spanish rice.