Pork Chops with Rice Royale

Description

Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

• 2 lean Pork chops, 1/2-inch thick
• seasoned salt (optional)
• 1/3 cup uncooked rice
• 1/3 cup chopped Onion
• 1/3 cup chicken broth
• 1 8-3/4-ounce can fruit cocktail (drain; reserve syrup)
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/8 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• 1/16 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup slivered green pepper

Procedures

1. Sprinkle chops with salt. Brown on each side in lightly greased ovenproof 8-inch skillet. Remove chops.
2. Add rice, Onion, broth, reserved syrup, lemon juice, poultry seasoning, lemon peel and black pepper to skillet. Bring mixture to a boil; top with chops.
3. Cover and bake at 350 degrees 20 minutes. Add fruit and green pepper. Adjust seasonings, if necessary.
4. Replace cover and continue to bake 5 to 10 minutes longer. Fluff lightly with a fork.