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Pork Chop and Rice Casserole

This simple pork chop and rice casserole recipe was handed down to me by my grandmother. She was a fabulous cook who could master elaborate dishes, but she also taught me how to make some easy and delicious meals. Slow baking makes this a 'fall-off-the-bone' dish with even tougher cuts of pork!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 3652.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet For browning pork chops
  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish For casserole assembly and baking
  • 1 Large Saucepan For preparing the rice and soup mixture
  • 1 Whisk To ensure a smooth sauce consistency
  • 1 Aluminum Foil For covering the casserole during baking

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 pork chops
  • 1 10.5 ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 10.5 ounce can condensed cream of celery soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup uncooked instant rice
  • ½ cup unsalted butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork chops; brown on both sides, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Place chops in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, and milk together in a large saucepan until smooth. Stir in rice; add butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until butter melted; pour over chops. Cover the dish with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chops tender, about 2 hours.

Notes

To enhance this comforting casserole, ensure your pork chops are well-seared for maximum flavor before slow baking; the Maillard reaction is key. For a richer, more complex sauce, consider sautéing some diced onion and garlic before adding your soups. While instant rice is convenient, be mindful of its cooking characteristics. The low oven temperature is crucial for fork-tender pork, so resist the urge to rush it. A pinch of dried thyme or a bay leaf added to the liquid can elevate the aromatic profile. For presentation, a sprinkle of fresh parsley after baking adds a pop of color and freshness.