Pork Chop O Brien

Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless, plus 1/2 cup potatoes

Ingredients:     Yields: 8 servings

IngredientsNotes:
8 boneless pork chops, ½ inch thickTrim all visible fat
1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper 
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning 
1 cup celeryWash, trim and dice.
½ cup nonfat milk 
½ cup light sour cream 
1 large bag (24 oz) Frozen O Brien or Hash brown potatoes thawed
1 cup lowfat cheddar cheese 
1 can French Fried onion(Optional)
For gluten free (GF): Use GF poultry seasoning and GF onion crisps or sub. grilled onions.  Always check each ingredient to be sure it is gluten free.
 

Directions:

Steps:Directions:Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Season chops with salt and pepper. 
2Heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Brown chops, 7-8 minutes per side. 
3Pre heat the oven to 350 °F. Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.Cook until internal temperature reaches 145 °F for 15 seconds.
4In a large bowl, combine the poultry seasoning, celery, milk, sour cream, and stir in potatoes 
5Transfer the chops mixture to casserole dish. 
6Arrange the potatoes, on top of the chops mixture. Top with French Fried onions and cheddar cheese. Bake until the potatoes mixture is hot and the chops are cooked to 165°F. Bake 35 to 40 minutes. Serve hot.Cook until internal temperature reaches 165 °F for 15 seconds.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates