Italian Chops and Rice

Makes 6 servings.
== Ingredients ==
* 6 lean Pork chops (about 1-1/2 pounds)
* salt and ground black pepper
* 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 1 large Onion, sliced and separated into rings
* 1 large green pepper, sliced
* 1 14-1/2- to 16-ounce can tomatoes (2 cups)
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 1/2 teaspoon oregano
* 1/2 teaspoon basil leaves, crushed
* 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
* 1 cup uncooked rice
== Directions ==
# Season chops with salt and pepper.
# Brown on both sides in oil in large oven-proof skillet. Remove chops and set aside.
# Add Onion and green pepper; cook until tender crisp.
# Stir in tomatoes, broth, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, oregano, basil, garlic powder, Sugar and rice. Bring to a boil.
# Arrange chops on top.
# Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
# Fluff rice with fork.
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Category:Green bell pepper Recipes
Category:Italian Recipes
Category:Main Dish Meat Recipes
Category:Pork Recipes
Category:Rice Recipes
Category:Tomato Recipes