In the realm of culinary adventures, pizzaiola chops stand as a testament to the harmony between delectable flavors and the versatility of simple ingredients. This classic dish, often prepared with tender pork chops, invites home cooks to embark on a journey of taste. Whether you prefer the zesty tang of tomatoes or the comforting embrace of cheese, the pizzaiola chops offer a delightful canvas for experimentation. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary voyage, this article will guide you through the essential steps and variations that will transform ordinary chops into a tantalizing symphony of flavors, ready to grace any dinner table.
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PORK CHOPS PIZZAIOLA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season chops with salt and pepper. Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crushed garlic and stir it around to flavor the oil. Add in the chops and caramelize on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the chops to a plate and reserve. Stir in the fennel seed, onions, red pepper flakes, and oregano. Reduce the heat and cook for 7 to 8 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste, and cook for 1 minute, then add the wine, and cook for another minute. Stir in the stock and combine well. Slide the chops back into the pan, cover and simmer to finish cooking the chops, about 5 to 6 minutes. Arrange the chops and sauce on a serving platter and serve.
PORK CHOPS PIZZAIOLA
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the sausages: Heat a large cast-iron or stainless steel skillet over high heat. When the skillet is hot, use a pair of metal tongs to arrange the sausages in a single layer. (There is no need for oil as the sausages will soon start to render their grease.) Turn the heat to medium and brown the sausages on all sides, taking care that they are cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes total. Remove the sausages to a medium bowl. Pour off the grease and add the wine, simmering over medium heat to reduce to about 1/4 cup liquid, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour the reduced wine over the sausages and wipe the skillet clean.
- Cook the pork chops: Add the canola oil to the same skillet. Sprinkle the pork chops on all sides with salt. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, add the pork chops in a single layer and brown on all sides over medium heat, 5 to 8 minutes total. Remove the pork chops to the bowl with the sausages. Leave the grease in the skillet.
- Make the sauce: Stir the onions and garlic into the same skillet and cook over medium-low heat until translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with salt. Stir in the canned and cherry tomatoes with 1/2 cup water and simmer gently until the sauce is somewhat thick and tasty, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir the sausages and pork (and any meat juices) back into the sauce and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off the heat, then stir in the cheese, red wine vinegar and basil leaves. Taste for seasoning.
- Cook the pasta: Bring 6 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add a generous handful of salt and bring the water back to a boil. Taste the water. It should be salty like seawater. Add the pasta and stir with a large slotted spoon to ensure the pasta does not stick as it cooks. Cook until still quite firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
- Finish the dish: Spoon the meat over the pasta in individual bowls or serve in a large bowl, family style. You can also just leave the pot of meat and sauce and the pasta separate and let people serve themselves.
PIZZAIOLA CHOPS
My favorite cousin shared this recipe, and I tweaked it for our family. Taste as you go, and try the Italian trick of sprinkling on some oregano to give it that extra something. -Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Brown chops on both sides. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, yellow pepper and red pepper; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender, 3-4 minutes. Add tomatoes, wine, oregano, garlic and the remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2 minutes., Return chops to pan. Cook, covered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 5-7 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. If desired, serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORK CHOPS ALLA PIZZAIOLA
Categories Pork
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle the pork chops with salt and pepper. Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook until they are brown and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted horizontally into the pork registers 160 degrees F, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the pork chops to a plate and tent with foil to keep them warm. Add the onion to the same skillet and saute over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices, herbes de Provence, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cover and simmer until the flavors blend and the juices thicken slightly, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Season the sauce, to taste, with salt and more red pepper flakes. Return the pork chops and any accumulated juices from the plate to the skillet and turn the pork chops to coat with the sauce. Place 1 pork chop on each plate. Spoon the sauce over the pork chops. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve.
PORK CHOPS ALLA PIZZAIOLA WITH DUMPLINGS
Good winter time comfort food. Just add a salad for a complete meal. I found this recipe in an old issue of Good Housekeeping, 1980.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Coat pork chops with flour.
- In a 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat, in hot oil, cook pork chops until well browned on both sides.
- Remove chops to a shallow 2 1/2 qt.
- casserole.
- In drippings remaining in skillet over medium heat, cook green and red peppers, mushrooms, onion and garlic until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add tomatoes with their liquid, salt, sugar, crushed red pepper, and 1/4 tsp.
- oregano leaves.
- Spoon vegetable mixture over pork chops in casserole.
- Cover and bake in 375° oven 1 hour.
- Skim off fat from liquid in casserole.
- Prepare dumplings: In a small bowl with fork, stir buttermilk baking mix, milk and 1/4 oregano leaves just until blended.
- Drop dumpling mixture into eight mounds in casserole; bake, uncovered, 10 minutes.
- Cover casserole and bake 10 minutes longer or until dumplings are set and pork is tender.
PORK CHOPS PIZZAIOLA
This recipe is courtesy of "30 Minute Meals" with Rachel Ray. Looked really good. And who doesn't want a quick meal on a busy night. As some of you may know, she likes things spicy. I posted this recipe as is, but feel free to adjust the spice level to your liking.
Provided by Becky in Wisconsin
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 chops, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Season chops with salt and pepper.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the crushed garlic and stir it around to flavor the oil.
- Add in the chops and caramelize on both sides, 2 - 3 minutes per side.
- Remove the chops to a plate and reserve.
- Stir in the fennel seeds, onions, red pepper flakes, and oregano.
- Reduce the heat and cook for 7 - 8 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the wine and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the stock and combine well.
- Slide the chops back into the pan, cover and simmer to finish cooking the chops, about 5 - 6 minutes.
LAMB CHOPS A LA PIZZAIOLA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Season lamb, if desired, with salt and black pepper. In 12-inch cast iron or oven-proof skillet, brown lamb. Place skillet in oven and roast until desired doneness, about 20 minutes for medium. Remove from oven and let stand. Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat Olive Oil over medium heat and cook red pepper with onion, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften. Season, if desired, with salt and black pepper. Stir in wine and reduce by half. Stir in broth and reduce by half. Stir in Sauce; heat through. Stir in olives, cherry peppers and parsley. Slice lamb. Serve, if desired, on Soft Polenta* with red pepper mixture. *SOFT POLENTA: In 1-quart saucepan, bring 1-2/3 cups water and 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low. With wire whisk, slowly stir in 1/4 cup PLUS 1 Tbsp. fine quick-cooking polenta and simmer, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until polenta is done. Stir in 1/4 cup butter and 1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Season, if desired, with salt and ground black pepper.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: This will make all the difference in the flavor of your pizzaiola chops. Use fresh, ripe tomatoes, good quality olive oil, and flavorful herbs.
- Season the chops well: Don't be afraid to season the chops generously with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out their flavor.
- Cook the chops over medium heat: This will help to prevent them from drying out.
- Add the sauce and cheese towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Serve immediately: Pizzaiola chops are best served hot and fresh out of the pan.
Conclusion:
Pizzaiola chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be served for lunch or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover pork chops. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give pizzaiola chops a try!
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