Description
This Pork Chops and Rice Casserole is a comforting, one-dish meal featuring tender pork chops baked atop a savory mushroom and onion-flavored rice base. Combining creamy condensed soup, flavorful broth, and aromatic seasonings, this casserole delivers hearty, home-style goodness ideal for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Casserole Base
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried chives
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Pork Chops
- 4 thick-cut pork chops (bone-in or boneless, per preference)
- 1 packet (1 ounce) Lipton Onion Soup & Dip Mix or other seasoning blend
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Rice Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, uncooked rice, garlic powder, dried chives, and onion powder until smooth and fully combined. Pour this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange the Pork Chops: Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to ensure even cooking. Place them evenly spaced on top of the rice mixture in the baking dish.
- Season the Pork Chops: Sprinkle the Lipton Onion Soup & Dip Mix evenly over the pork chops. For a gentler onion flavor or to reduce sodium, use half the seasoning packet.
- First Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake for about 30 minutes. Check that the pork chops have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). If done, remove the pork chops, keep covered with foil, and set aside to rest.
- Finish Cooking the Rice: Stir the rice mixture gently to blend the flavors. Re-cover the casserole and return it to the oven. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Serve and Garnish: Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve the rice alongside the pork chops, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Notes
- Bone-in pork chops add more flavor, but boneless can be used for quicker cooking.
- Check the pork chops’ internal temperature to ensure safe consumption (145°F/63°C).
- Use half the onion soup mix for a lower sodium option or milder taste.
- Resting the pork chops after baking helps retain juices and improves tenderness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days and reheated gently.
