Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Italian cuisine with our comprehensive guide to cooking the perfect Italian pork and rice dish. Discover the secrets of creating this classic and comforting meal, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of balancing flavors. Whether you prefer hearty stews or savory skillet dishes, traditional or modern interpretations, this article will provide you with everything you need to know to create an unforgettable Italian pork and rice experience.
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ITALIAN PORK AND RICE CASSEROLE
Looking for a dinner that you can make on the fly? This easy casserole has flexibility built right into it, which we know you'll appreciate on busy nights when dinner needs to get on the table fast. It starts with pork, but which cut you use is up to you-try it with pork chops, pork loin or tenderloin. From there, it gets Italian seasoning and the unexpected addition of Progresso™ cannellini beans, a pantry staple that ups the heartiness factor in this warming dinner. It's a riff on classic rice casserole that keeps the easy prep and one-dish cleanup but switches up the flavor for something fun and out of the ordinary.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 8-inch sauté pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; toast 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned. Transfer to small bowl; set aside.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread rice evenly in baking dish. Top evenly with pork, followed by beans, bell pepper and onions. In small bowl, mix broth, Italian seasoning and salt; pour on top. Cover with foil. Bake 40 minutes.
- Stir cheese and whipping cream into pork mixture. Replace foil; bake 20 to 25 minutes longer or until rice is tender, pork is no longer pink in center and mixture is heated to at least 165°F in center of casserole. Stir; top with toasted bread crumbs and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 960 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
ITALIAN PORK AND RICE
"I always prepare a few extra pork chops for this colorful stovetop meal," writes Loreen McAllister from Elsie, Michigan. "I serve it with garlic bread and a tossed salad for a fresh-tasting dinner with Italian flair."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, pork, peppers, Italian seasoning, salt if desired and sugar; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. , Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 341mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ITALIAN PORK TENDERLOIN
Very nice pork tenderloin that you can serve to any company. The sauce is great in this. Serve over rice or pasta. Original recipe from Annacoyne from Allrecipes and altered slightly for our taste.
Provided by Nimz_
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Saute the prosciutto, parsley, sun-dried tomatoes, onion and garlic 5 minutes, until onion is tender.
- Mix the pork strips into the skillet and brown about 10 minutes, turning once.
- Stir the broth and heavy cream into the skillet, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until pork reaches a minimum temperature of 160 degrees and sauce is thickened.
- For thicker sauce, mix a little flour with a little water and stir into sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.3, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 151.3, Sodium 349.5, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 36.8
30-MINUTE ITALIAN PORK CHOP DINNER
Try our 30-Minute Italian Pork Chop Dinner for a delicious family dinner option. You'll love taking a bite of this Italian pork chop dinner and so will your guests! Spend more time with friends and less time in the kitchen with this recipe.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook rice as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, cook chops in large nonstick skillet on high heat 2 min. or until bottoms of chops are browned; turn. Sprinkle with oregano; top with peppers, dressing and tomatoes. Bring to boil on medium heat; simmer on low heat 10 min. or until chops are done (145ºF).
- Remove chops from skillet, reserving vegetable mixture in skillet. Cover chops to keep warm. Cook vegetable mixture on high heat 1 to 2 min. or until peppers are crisp-tender and sauce is thickened, stirring frequently.
- Spoon rice onto serving plates; top with chops, vegetable mixture and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 900 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 38 g
PRIZE-WINNING POLYNESIAN PORK OVER RICE
I recently inherited my Great Aunt's recipe collection. This is a recipe from her recipe box that she clipped out of the Chicago Tribune. It had won the "$5 Favorite Recipe prize." From the splatters on the clipping, I imagine my Aunt enjoyed this one. These days,I might try browning the meat in a little olive oil instead of the bacon drippings. Despite the name, I doubt this is a traditional Polynesian dish, but rather is one inspired by Polynesian cuisine.
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories Pineapple
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown pork on all sides in bacon drippings.
- Add soy sauce, ginger, garlic salt, vinegar, and brown sugar.
- Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes longer or until pork is fully cooked.
- Stir in pineapple with canning juices and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and taste for seasonings, adjusting as needed.
- Serve ladled over mounds of hot cooked rice.
ITALIAN RIBS AND RICE
With meat, vegetables and rice, here's a dish that can be a whole meal by itself. It'll satisfy the hunger of anyone at your table.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown ribs in oil over medium-high heat. Cover and cook over low heat for 1-1/4 hours, turning occasionally. Remove ribs and set aside; drain. , In the same pan, bring tomatoes and water to a boil. Stir in the rice, green pepper, garlic, sugar, 1 teaspoon salt and Italian seasoning. Place ribs over rice; sprinkle with remaining salt. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes or until rice and meat are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 939mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
FIESTA PORK CHOPS AND RICE BAKE RECIPE
Fiesta Pork Chops and Rice all baked together in one pan - dinner can not get any easier!
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Main Course
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat and brown pork chops (about 2-3 minutes each side, turning once).
- Spray a 9 x 13" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and pour the chicken broth, tomato sauce, green chilis, taco seasoning, uncooked rice, and onion; mix together until completely incorporated.
- Place the pork chops on top of the rice mixture and top with the green and red peppers.
- Cover with foil and cook for about 50-60 minutes or until the rice is tender (you will want to make sure that you don't over cook the pork chops, so check them around 50 minutes).
- (If the rice needs a little more cooking time, just remove the pork chops for about 10 minutes while the rice cooks longer. Then place pork chops back on top of the rice and add the cheese.)
- Turn oven off and top with cheese.
- Let the cheese melt for a couple of minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 1061 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder or pork butt are the best choices for this dish as they are fatty and flavorful cuts that will braise well.
- Brown the pork before braising: Browning the pork adds flavor and color to the dish. Be sure to brown the pork in a hot skillet or Dutch oven so that it gets a nice sear.
- Use a flavorful braising liquid: The braising liquid is what will give the pork its flavor, so be sure to use a flavorful combination of liquids. Some good options include chicken broth, beef broth, wine, beer, or tomato sauce.
- Add vegetables to the braising liquid: Vegetables will add flavor and nutrition to the dish. Some good options include onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and potatoes.
- Cook the pork until it is fall-apart tender: The pork should be cooked until it is fall-apart tender. This will take about 2-3 hours on low heat.
- Serve the pork with rice or your favorite side dish: Pork and rice is a classic combination, but you can also serve the pork with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Italian pork and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. By following these tips, you can make a flavorful and tender pork and rice dish that your whole family will enjoy.
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