OAMC Italian Pork Chops – Easy!

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

OAMC Italian Pork Chops Recipe - an Easy and Flavorful Dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 pork chops ( boneless is my personal preference )
	1 can diced tomatoes
	1 tablespoon basil
	1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
	1/2 tablespoon seasoning salt or 1/2 tablespoon seasoned meat tenderizer

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

214

Sugar

Fat

The OAMC Italian Pork Chops Recipe is a great option for a busy weeknight dinner. It is an easy recipe that you can make ahead so that you don't have to worry about last-minute meal prep. The pork chops are seasoned with basil and minced garlic, which gives them a rich flavor that blends well with the tomatoes. If you are short on time, it can easily be popped in the oven and left to cook while you tend to other tasks. The best part is that it is not only delicious, but also low in calories and healthy!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	In a baking dish, lay six pork chops.
3.	In a bowl, mix the canned diced tomatoes, minced garlic, seasoning salt, and basil.
4.	Pour the mixture over the pork chops.
5.	Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

PROS

This dish is low calorie, high in protein and a great source of vitamin C.
It is flavorful and easy to prepare.

CONS

Pork chops can be tough and chewy if not cooked correctly.
Overcooking them in the oven can also make them dry.

Canned tomatoes tend to have higher sodium levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork chops are an excellent source of thiamin, niacin, selenium, and vitamin B6.
They have a low-fat content compared to other meats and are thus great options for people trying to watch their diet.
Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K. They are also an excellent source of antioxidants.