” It’s Too Easy” Pork Chops & Rice Casserole

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 0

A Simple Pork Chops & Rice Casserole

” It’s Too Easy” Pork Chops & Rice Casserole

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

1 hour 25 min

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

676

Sugar

Fat

28g

This Pork Chops & Rice Casserole is exactly what its name implies - it's too easy! This is a classic recipe that has been passed down for generations and is a favorite among busy families. This casserole is made with just a few simple ingredients, like long-grain rice, pork chops, and dry onion soup mix, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. The dry onion soup mix adds a unique flavor to the dish and the pork chops are tender and juicy, making this casserole a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with a side salad or a vegetable to make it a balanced meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3.	Brown the pork chops on both sides and remove them from the skillet.
4.	Add the rice to the skillet and stir until lightly toasted.
5.	Add the black pepper, dry onion soup mix, and water to the skillet, stir until well combined.
6.	Pour the rice mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish, arrange the pork chops on top, and cover the dish with foil.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through and the rice is tender.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and requires only a handful of ingredients.

The pork chops are juicy and flavorful and the rice is well-seasoned from the onion soup mix.

It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

CONS

This dish does not have a lot of vegetables or other healthy components.

It is high in sodium due to the onion soup mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein and can help build and repair muscles.
However, it’s important to choose lean cuts of pork to avoid excess fat and calories.
Brown rice is a healthier alternative to white rice, as it is higher in fiber and other nutrients.

	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	4 thicker cut boneless pork chops
	1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
	black pepper
	1 1/2 ounces dry onion soup mix ( One-half envelope )
	3 1/2 cups water