Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Classic Italian Pork Chops recipe.

Combining the tangy zest of Italian dressing with the bold kick of Creole mustard, these pork chops are both easy to prepare and packed with delicious Italian-inspired flavors.

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Perfect for busy evenings, this dish comes together in just about 30 minutes, making it a go-to option for a satisfying and quick meal.

Ingredients:

• 6 boneless pork chops
• 2 tablespoons Creole mustard
• ½ cup Italian dressing
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Instructions:

Step 1: Marinate the Pork Chops

• Place the boneless pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
• Pour the Italian dressing over the pork chops, making sure each chop is fully coated.
• Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, then place it in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour.
• For the best flavor, marinate overnight.

Step 2: Preheat the Grill or Oven

• If you’re grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• If you’re baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 3: Prepare the Mustard Seasoning

• In a small bowl, mix the Creole mustard with the Italian seasoning until well combined.
• This will create a flavorful glaze for the pork chops.

Step 4: Cook the Pork Chops

• Remove the pork chops from the marinade and discard the marinade.

For grilling:

• Place the pork chops on the preheated grill.
• Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

For baking:

• Place the pork chops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Brush both sides of each chop with the mustard and seasoning mixture.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until fully cooked and tender.

Step 5: Rest and Serve

• Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the grill or oven and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to settle.
• Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, or a fresh garden salad.

FAQs

Can I use bone-in pork chops instead of boneless?

Yes, you can use bone-in pork chops, but they may take slightly longer to cook.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

What can I use instead of Creole mustard?

If you don’t have Creole mustard, you can substitute it with Dijon mustard or whole-grain mustard for a similar flavor.

Quick Italian Pork Chops Recipe

This recipe for Classic Italian Pork Chops combines Italian dressing and Creole mustard to create a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.

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Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Marinating Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• ▢ 6 boneless pork chops
• ▢ 2 tbsp Creole mustard
• ▢ ½ cup Italian dressing
• ▢ 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Marinate the Pork Chops:

   Place the boneless pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

   Pour the Italian dressing over the pork chops, making sure each chop is fully coated.

   Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, then place it in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour.

   For the best flavor, marinate overnight.
2. Preheat the Grill or Oven:

   If you’re grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

   If you’re baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Prepare the Mustard Seasoning:

   In a small bowl, mix the Creole mustard with the Italian seasoning until well combined.

   This will create a flavorful glaze for the pork chops.
4. Cook the Pork Chops:

   Remove the pork chops from the marinade and discard the marinade.

   For grilling: Place the pork chops on the preheated grill.

   Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

   For baking:

   Place the pork chops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

   Brush both sides of each chop with the mustard and seasoning mixture.

   Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until fully cooked and tender.
5. Rest and Serve:

   Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the grill or oven and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to settle.

   Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, or a fresh garden salad.

Rest and Serve:

1. Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the grill or oven and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to settle.

   Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, or a fresh garden salad.

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