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Pork chops simmered in a rustic tomato and pepper sauce, garnished with parsley.

Braciole di Maiale al Sugo (Brad's Italian Pork Chops)

Brad
Juicy pork chops simmered in a rustic sauce made from fresh garden tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and a touch of balsamic. Balanced with a little heat from Thai chili and finished with butter for richness.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pork chops about ½ lb each, 1–1.5 inches thick
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 small sweet pepper orange or yellow, thinly sliced
  • 1 green pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 small Thai chili pepper minced (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 3 cups cherry and roma tomatoes halved or roughly chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme/rosemary
  • ¼ cup white wine or chicken broth optional, for deglazing
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Season pork chops with ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown (internal temp 145°F). Remove and keep warm.
  • Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Sauté garlic, sweet pepper, green pepper, and Thai chili for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  • Add tomatoes, remaining salt/pepper, oregano, and sugar. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring, until tomatoes burst and form a sauce.
  • Deglaze with white wine or chicken broth (if using), scraping up browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes.
  • Stir in balsamic vinegar and butter. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Return pork chops to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer gently 2 minutes to rewarm.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Notes

  • The Thai chili adds a background kick; omit for a milder version or replace with red pepper flakes.
  • Sauce will thicken as it simmers—cook longer if you prefer a reduced consistency.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Pork ChopCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 38gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Keyword Dinner, garden fresh recipes, Italian pork chops, Italian-Inspired, Main Dish, Pork Recipes, pork with tomato sauce, Skillet Recipes
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