Best 13 Down Home Pork Chops For Two Recipes

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In the realm of comfort food, few dishes can rival the nostalgia and appeal of down home pork chops. These juicy, tender morsels of meat, seared to perfection and infused with a symphony of savory flavors, have long been a staple of family dinners and hearty meals. Whether you prefer your pork chops pan-fried, grilled, or smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste buds and cooking style. Gather your ingredients, fire up the stove or grill, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a down home pork chop feast that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORK CHOP DINNER FOR TWO



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I've prepared this dish for a tableful of people, but it's also easy to fix just for two. If you like different vegetables, simply add them along with the other ingredients. My side dishes for this meal are toasted bread and salad. -Shirley Lazor Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick)
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium carrot, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil. Place in a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Layer potatoes, onion and carrot over chops. Dot with butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. , Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until pork chops and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

DOWN-HOME PORK CHOPS



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Zippy sauce adds personality to these otherwise straightforward brown sugar pork chops. -Denise Hruz, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon canola oil
4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and brown on each side, 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside. Add garlic to the pan; cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir in broth, brown sugar, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Return chops to the pan; cover and simmer until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 6-8 minutes. Remove chops and keep warm. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into the broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED PORK CHOPS FOR 2



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This is one of the first meals I cooked after getting married. It is simple to pepare and cooks in the oven with no worries of burning it. The worst newlywed fear!!! LOL

Provided by Margi

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pork chops
2 tablespoons uncooked white rice
1 medium onion, sliced
2 tomatoes, sliced
2 potatoes, sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place pork chops in a casserole dish.
  • Place 1 Tablespoon of rice on top of each one.
  • Cover with sliced tomato, then sliced onion and finally sliced potato.
  • pour warm water over all until you can see the water Cover and bake in 350 F oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Hint, you can't over cook this as long as there is sufficient moisture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.2, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 88.6, Carbohydrate 56.9, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 7.2, Protein 29.2

DOWN-HOME PORK CHOPS FOR TWO



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Zippy sauce made of brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes and soy sauce adds personality to this otherwise straightforward main dish. Denise Hruz - Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium-high heat, brown pork chops on both sides in oil; remove and set aside. Add garlic to the pan; saute for 1 minute. Stir in the broth, brown sugar, soy sauce and pepper flakes. Return chops to the pan; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°., Remove chops and keep warm. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into the broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Serve with chops.

Nutrition Facts :

SHAKE AND BAKE PORK CHOPS FOR TWO!!



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When I first met my husband, he had a couple of recipes for his favorite foods. I couldn't prepare them any other way!! This is one of them. So simple but yet who would ever think of doing pork chops this way. Thanks to RecipeZaar I have introduced him to a variety of different ways to have his favorite foods!! Note: 1 packet of shake and bake contains 1/2 cup, I usually put one pork chop at a time in the bag and sprinkle in as much shake and bake as I think is needed.

Provided by Nikki Kate

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 pork chops
1 (5 3/4 ounce) package original Shake-n-Bake, chicken coating mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • Place 1 pork chop at a time in bag, with 1/2 pouch of shake and bake for chicken.
  • Shake to coat the whole pork chop.
  • Place in a greased baking pan, 11x7".
  • Take any leftover shake and bake that is in the bag and spread it over top the pork chops. This gives it extra coating.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

DAD'S BEST PORK CHOPS FOR TWO



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My son, Kenneth, has loved pork chops since he was little, and he requests them often. He particularly likes this recipe because we pick the mint fresh from the garden. -Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon key lime juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
2 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Chill until serving., Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Grill chops, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with salsa.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

BREADED CENTER CUT PORK CHOPS



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I usually prepare this recipe for 300 plus senior citizens where I work, but I've scaled it down for home use. The recipe is for freshly seasoned and breaded pork chops that come out nice and moist.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Baked Pork Chops

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
6 eggs
⅛ cup milk
2 cups seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon Italian-style seasoning
6 (3/4 inch thick) center cut pork chops

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place the flour in a bowl. Combine the eggs and milk in a separate bowl, mixing together well, and then place the bread crumbs in another separate bowl. To the bread crumbs stir in the lemon pepper, parsley, garlic powder, dill and Italian-style seasoning.
  • Dip each chop into the flour, shaking off any excess flour, then dip into the egg/milk mixture, and, finally, dredge each chop liberally in the bread crumbs.
  • Lay the chops into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish and pour water as needed into the dish, enough to just cover the bottom.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, then reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 20 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.6 calories, Carbohydrate 60.5 g, Cholesterol 251.7 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 910.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

TOM'S DOWN TO THE BONE PORK CHOPS!



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Are you sick 'n' tired of dried-out, tough pork chops? I was until I came up with this recipe. The trick to cooking meat and poultry is to know your internal temperatures. That is why you should invest in an instant-read, digital meat thermometer. I will NOT cook without one. And another thing people don't realize is that today's pork does NOT have to cook till it gets to 160 to 170 degrees F internal temperature. I like to serve these with some garlic smashed potatoes and grilled asparagus.

Provided by gutpyle

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray
1 (8 ounce) package panko bread crumbs
6 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops, at room temperature
½ cup mayonnaise, or as needed
1 pinch Cajun seasoning, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and spread bread crumbs on a large plate.
  • Rinse pork chops and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Mix mayonnaise and Cajun seasoning in a bowl; brush mayonnaise mixture over pork chops. Gently press pork chops into bread crumbs to coat, shaking off excess crumbs. Arrange breaded pork chops in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining chops.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pork is slightly pink in the center, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Loosely cover pork chops with aluminum foil and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 113 mg, Fat 35.8 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 414.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SPICY & SWEET PORK CHOP STEAKS FOR TWO



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Very fast, and easy to make. My experimentation on a fast recipe. This recipe is something that I experimented with, and was shocked when I tasted it! My husband loves it! Great for junior chefs, and busy people!

Provided by Usako Yamakawa

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 boneless center cut pork chops
3 tablespoons water
1/4 yellow onion
2 tablespoons minced garlic (or more if you love garlic)
3 tablespoons apricot jam
1 cup hot salsa (I use chunky salsa)
1 teaspoon season salt
salt

Steps:

  • Chop the onion, and the garlic if you are using fresh garlic and not the jarred minced version.
  • In a bowl mix the water, onion, garlic, jam, salsa and salt together until well mixed.
  • It's okay to taste it a little bit so that you can see if you need to add more of something, but don't over-do it!
  • Next take out the pork.
  • Leave the chops whole, but with a knife cut random areas so that the mix's juices that you made will go through the pork.
  • In any cooking pot with a lid (that will allow you to put two pork chops into it)- throw the sauce into the pot.
  • Place the pork chops also into the pot.
  • With a spoon dig up some of the sauce in the pan and put some of it on the top of the pork chops.
  • Turn your stove on with a medium to high heat, until the sauce starts to heat up.
  • Then lower the heat enough (medium heat), and now cover, and allow to cook well, flipping it over every 8-10 minutes.
  • Remember to keep putting the sauce on the sides of the pan on top of the pork every time you flip them over.
  • Don't let the sauce burn into the bottom of the pot.
  • When done, the sauce should not be too watery.
  • Top with the sauce that you made to cook the pork with into a plate.
  • Serve with rice!
  • My husband loves this quick to make and cook dish!
  • Note: If you want to add more pork for more people just increase the salsa and jam.
  • And add the rest of the ingredients to your taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.7, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 855.4, Carbohydrate 31.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 17.6, Protein 41.5

COUNTRY DIJON PORK CHOPS FOR TWO



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Here's an awesome skillet for two made with just four ingredients: pork chops, Dijon mustard, Italian dressing and parsley. Easy. Delicious!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Country Dijon Mustard
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
2 bone-in pork chops (3/4 lb.), 1/2 inch thick

Steps:

  • Mix dressing, mustard and parsley until blended. Pierce both sides of chops several times with fork; place in shallow dish. Pour dressing mixture over chops; turn to evenly coat both sides of chops.
  • Refrigerate 15 min. to marinate. Drain chops; discard marinade.
  • Cook chops in nonstick skillet on medium heat 5 to 7 min. on each side or until done (145ºF). Remove from heat. Let stand 3 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 35 g

HERB-STUFFED PORK CHOPS FOR TWO



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To make your life easier ask your butcher to make a pocket in each of the chops for you. Cuz when you get home you are going to stuff that puppy with cheese and basil, so it is oooozing out when you cut into it. YUMMY!!

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 (8 ounce) pork rib chops, bone in and 1-inch thick
1 ounce provolone cheese, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • If the butcher didn't make the pocket in the chop for you - with a small knife, make a horizontal slit in each pork chop to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
  • Fill each pocket with 1/2 of the cheese and basil.
  • Brush each chop with olive oil and rub the rosemary mixture all over both chops.
  • Heat a grill pan or heavy medium skillet over medium high heat until hot.
  • Add the pork chops and cook for 5-6 minute.
  • Turn the chops over and cook for 5-6 min more, or until the chops are cooked through and the cheese is ooooey and goooey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.3, Fat 36.9, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 145.9, Sodium 510.8, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 49.6

RUBBED DOWN PORK CHOPS



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Pork chops rubbed down with minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper are cooked in Worcestershire sauce and water with onions and mushrooms.

Provided by SQAIMY

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Braised

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 pork chops
4 tablespoons minced garlic
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
½ cup water, divided
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub pork chops on both sides with the garlic powder mixture and the minced garlic.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, mix the Worcestershire sauce and 1/4 cup water. Place pork chops in the skillet, and cook 10 minutes.
  • Turn chops in the skillet, and pour in remaining 1/4 cup water. Mix in the onion and mushrooms, and continue cooking 10 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

SLOW COOK DOWN HOME PORK CHOPS AND GRAVY



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I don't even like Pork, but was tricked into tasting this dish when I was told it was chicken. WOW! The meat was sooo tender and juicy; so tender in fact, that it was literally falling apart! It was like nothing I'd ever tasted before! Definitely not like my mother's hard, crusty pork chops! lol! This recipes goes hand in hand w/ some mashed potatoes. Just pour the leftover gravy on the taters' and enjoy!

Provided by buttercup0009

Categories     Pork

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
6 lean boneless pork chops (1 in. thick)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed chicken broth
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine 1st four ingredients in a shallow dish.
  • Dredge chops in flour mixture and set aside.
  • Combine what is left of the flour mixture w/ the chicken broth and pour into your crock pot.
  • Pour oil into a large skillet and cook the chops in hot oil until browned on both sides.
  • Place chops in crock pot and cook covered on High for about 2 to 5 hours or until tender.
  • Serve w/ hot rice and/or mashed potatoes.
  • ++If the gravy becomes too thick just add a little water. If you accidentally add too much water then add a little more flour.
  • Season w/ salt and pepper too your taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.6, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 124.5, Sodium 633.5, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 43.6

Tips:

  • Use thick-cut pork chops: Thinner chops will cook too quickly and become dry.
  • Season the pork chops generously: A good rub or marinade will help to flavor the chops and keep them moist.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: This will help to prevent them from overcooking and becoming tough.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to your desired doneness: Pork chops are safe to eat when they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving: This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chops, making them even more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Down-home pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your pork chops are cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. Serve them with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or coleslaw, for a complete and satisfying meal.

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