Pork Chops Ossobuco Style

Indulge in the rich, hearty flavors of Pork Chops Ossobuco Style, a comforting twist on the classic Italian favorite. Bone-in pork chops are seasoned, lightly dredged in flour, and seared to golden perfection before simmering in a robust sauce made with fragrant aromatics, dry white wine, chicken broth, and vibrant diced tomatoes. Enhanced with thyme, bay leaf, and a touch of lemon zest for brightness, this one-pot recipe delivers tender, fall-off-the-bone pork infused with complex layers of flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner, these pork chops pair beautifully with creamy polenta, silky mashed potatoes, or crusty artisan bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce. With a cook time of just 90 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight meals or impressing guests with rustic elegance. Keywords: pork chops ossobuco, Italian pork chop recipe, flavorful pork dish, braised pork chops, one-pot dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 large carrot, finely diced
• 1 large celery stalk, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly dredge the pork chops in flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high and deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom. Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.

Step 8

Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low.

Step 10

Simmer the pork chops for 60-70 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are tender and infused with flavor.

Step 11

Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside. Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaf.

Step 12

Increase the heat and reduce the sauce for 5-7 minutes if desired, until slightly thickened.

Step 13

Return the pork chops to the skillet to warm through. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with remaining salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 14

Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon zest before serving. Serve hot with polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2555.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2977.3

Total Fat 165.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 609.8mg	0%
Sodium 7198.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 213.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 439.4mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 5023.2mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 15.1%