Pork Chops on Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this one-skillet wonder: Pork Chops on Rice. Perfectly seasoned bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection, then nestled atop a bed of fragrant, butter-toasted long-grain rice infused with tender onions, garlic, and savory chicken broth. This comforting dish is a complete meal packed with flavor, combining juicy pork chops and fluffy, flavorful rice all in one pan. With a hint of paprika, thyme, and a finishing touch of fresh parsley, this recipe is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour and requiring minimal cleanup, this hearty, wholesome dish is a must-try for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Season both sides of the pork chops with paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the uncooked rice and toast it in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to coat it in the butter and aromatics.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and release any browned bits.

Step 8

Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet on top of the rice.

Step 9

Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the pork chops are cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes, covered, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1655.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538.9

Total Fat 151.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 606mg	0%
Sodium 3959.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 6.2g
Protein 206.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 222.6mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 3334.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 11.9%