Baked Italian-Style Pork Chops with Tomato and Olive Ragout

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Juicy pork chops baked under a rich tomato and olive ragout seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs for a simple yet flavorful meal. This italian-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops, divided olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Season 4 bone-in pork chops with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chops and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1/4 cup dry white wine into the skillet, stirring to deglaze the pan and loosen browned bits. Simmer sauce for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  4. Step 4: Return pork chops to the skillet nestling them into the tomato mixture. Spoon some ragout over the chops. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes until pork registers 145°F internally.
  5. Step 5: Remove skillet from oven, sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil over pork chops. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Italian-Style Pork Chops with Tomato and Olive Ragout take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Italian-Style Pork Chops with Tomato and Olive Ragout?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep divided olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Italian-Style Pork Chops with Tomato and Olive Ragout?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Italian-Style Pork Chops with Tomato and Olive Ragout for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Italian-Style Pork Chops with Tomato and Olive Ragout?

Italian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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