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    Home » Recipes » Pork » Chuletas a la Mexicana (Mexican-Style Pork Chops)

    Chuletas a la Mexicana (Mexican-Style Pork Chops)

    Last Updated November 9, 2022. Originally Posted October 15, 2020 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chuletas a la Mexicana (or Mexican-Style Pork Chops) is a passport to deliciousness in every bite. The rich, tomato sauce has incredible depth of flavor. So, so yummy!
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    Chuletas a la Mexicana served on a blue plate next to black beans and stopped with serrano pepper slices.

    Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in partnership with the National Pork Board.

    Chuletas a la Mexicana served on a blue plate next to black beans and stopped with serrano pepper slices.

    Chuletas a la Mexicana (or Mexican-Style Pork Chops) will make you want to lick your plate clean.

    The rich, savory tomato sauce is loaded with FLAVOR.

    My son loves pork chops, and I am always looking for new recipes, new ways to please his picky palate.

    More Mexican Pork Recipes:


    Pork Chile Rellenos
    Instant Pot Pork Pozole
    Chuletas en Salsa Verde
    Chile Verde

    The ingredients necessary to make the pork chops recipe laid out and labeled.

    How to Make It


    Above are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Only thing missing is ¼ cup water.

    Any time you see a dish with the words “a la mexicana” in the title, they are referring to three ingredients.

    • Jalapeno (or serrano peppers)
    • Tomatoes
    • Onion

    Green, white, and red colors like the Mexican flag.

    One way to make this recipe faster is to use premade Pico de Gallo.

    Raw pork chops seasoned and on a blue plate.

    • Rinse and pat dry the pork chops.
    • Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.

    Pat drying the pork chops will give your meat a good sear. This will really lock in the flavors.

    The best thing about using pork chops, you can always find them at the grocery store. This cut of pork was made for family meals.

    A collage showing how to sear pork chops in a skillet.

    • Sear the chops on both sides.
    • About 4-5 minutes on each side.

    Don’t skip this step. It adds TONS of flavor to your final dish.

    Pork chops come from pork loin which is the leanest part of the pig.

    You can even get an entire pork loin and break it down into individual cuts. Put the different cuts into multiple meals. Talk about a HUGE value!

    Seared pork chops on a blue plate next to a skillet with a tomato mixture.

    • Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
    • Add the tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno to the skillet.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes.

    We are making this in a regular skillet, but try using boneless pork chops or boneless pork loin and adding the “a la mexicana” ingredients into a slow cooker.

    Slow Cooker Cooking Instructions:


    6 hours on High.
    8 hours on Low.

    The end result will be tender meat and a savory tomato sauce. YUM!

    A picture of water pouring into a skillet.

    • Once the tomato mixture starts to thicken up.
    • Add the water.
    • Stir to combine and bring to simmer.

    Wait til you taste this sauce! It’ll transport you to a beautiful Mexican town and fulfill your wanderlust desires.

    Pork is a passport in flavor, uniting people through food. Very versatile and loved all over the world.

    Funny, isn’t it?! What something so simple and delicious can bring about powerful memories and connections.

    Seared pork sitting on top of the tomato mixture in a skillet.

    • Return the pork to the skillet.
    • Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until pork is fully cooked.

    Cooked Pork Temperature: ranges from 145 to 160 degrees F, depending on the cut of pork. Pork chops should be cooked to a minimum temperature of 145 degrees F followed by a three minute rest.

    Mexican-Style Pork Chops served on a blue plate next to black beans and topped with serrano pepper slices.

    What to Serve with It


    Refried Beans
    Mexican Rice

    Salad
    Tortillas

    Escape the mundane with this easy-to-make yet satisfying dish. Chuletas a la Mexicana (or Mexican-Style Pork Chops) is a tasty meal that is sure to please.

    Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

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    Chuletas a la Mexicana served on a blue plate next to black beans and stopped with serrano pepper slices.

    Chuletas a la Mexicana (or Mexican-Style Pork Chops)

    Chuletas a la Mexicana (or Mexican-Style Pork Chops) is a passport to deliciousness in every bite. The rich, tomato sauce has incredible depth of flavor. So, so yummy!
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 33 minutes
    Total Time: 43 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 286kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 4 pork chops bone-in
    • 1 tbsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
    • 1/8 tsp ground cumin
    • 1/8 tsp ground oregano
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 2 tomatoes diced
    • 1/4 onion diced
    • 1 garlic clove diced
    • 1 serrano pepper finely minced
    • 1/4 cup water

    Instructions

    • Rinse and pat dry the pork chops.
    • Season both sides with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano.
    • Heat oil in a large skillet.
    • Sear the pork chops on all sides.
    • About 4-5 minutes on each side.
    • Remove from the skillet.
    • Add the tomatoes, onion, and serrano pepper.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes.
    • Stir occasionally.
    • Add the water and mix to combine.
    • Return the pork chops to the skillet.
    • Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until pork is fully cooked.

    Notes

    Cooked Pork Temperature: ranges from 145 to 160 degrees F, depending on the cut of pork. Pork chops should be cooked to a minimum temperature of 145 degrees F followed by a three minute rest.
    Instead of a serrrano pepper, you can also use a jalapeno. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 1813mg | Potassium: 656mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 526IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Filed Under: Pork

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Amy Liu Dong

      October 16, 2020 at 10:24 am

      5 stars
      I just love pork chops on a tomato sauce, it’s a perfect combination for me. You really know how to make your recipe so delicious and yummy and it looks mesmerizing too.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 16, 2020 at 12:52 pm

        Thank you very much Amy! Glad you enjoyed this.

        Reply
        • Debra Stockwell

          September 9, 2022 at 9:29 am

          5 stars
          Made this last night and it was delious. The only thing I added a 1/2 teaspoon Chipotle powder. I used fresh Hatch chipotle. We were a little bored with grilled pork chops and this recipe really changed things up. It’s a true keeper. I served it with cilantro lime rice and corn on the cob.

        • Maggie Unzueta

          September 13, 2022 at 10:45 am

          With chipotle powder, sounds delicious!

    2. Paige

      October 17, 2020 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this looks great and I’m going to try it in the slow cooker!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:34 am

        Hope you love this recipe as much as I do!

        Reply
    3. Jacqueline Debono

      October 18, 2020 at 7:40 am

      5 stars
      I hadn’t cooked pork chops for ages but this recipe inspired me to cook them today for lunch! Lovely dish. Full of flavour and so easy to make!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:34 am

        Hope you try it! It’s delicious.

        Reply
    4. Tracy

      October 18, 2020 at 8:50 am

      5 stars
      Plate licking good, for sure! I just love the flavors in this dish and so did my family! Such a wonderful way to switch up the traditional pork chop, thank you!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:30 am

        So glad you and your family liked this recipe. It’s one of my favorites!

        Reply
    5. Sam

      October 18, 2020 at 12:49 pm

      Wow these pork chops look amazing and so juicy. Love the ingredients you have put together, so flavourful! Excited to try it.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:28 am

        Glad you enjoyed this recipe. Hope you try it!

        Reply
    6. HEATHER PERINE

      October 18, 2020 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      Ooh so flavorful and delicious! I’ve never paired pork chops with a tomato-based sauce before. Definitely going to be making this recipe again and again 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:28 am

        I think so too delicious glad you liked it!

        Reply
    7. Jessica

      October 18, 2020 at 6:55 pm

      Pork chops are my go to dinner recipe lately but I need to mix it up more with different ingredients. The Mexican spices will be perfect to try with a baked potato along side the chops next.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:28 am

        Hope you try this recipe you will love it!

        Reply
    8. Candice

      October 18, 2020 at 7:19 pm

      5 stars
      These flavors are incredible together! Such a great recipe, a great combination. Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:26 am

        So glad you enjoyed this recipe Candice!

        Reply
    9. Daniela

      October 18, 2020 at 10:45 pm

      Yum I love chuletas and all your pics make following this recipe so easy! Thanks so much for sharing :).

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:26 am

        Hope you try this recipe. It’s delicious!

        Reply
    10. Natalie

      October 19, 2020 at 4:15 am

      5 stars
      My boys love pork chops for dinner. This is a perfect new recipe to give it a try. They both love Mexican flavors and it sounds absolutely delicious. Thanks for idea and the recipe!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        October 20, 2020 at 7:25 am

        So glad you enjoyed this. Hope you try it!

        Reply
    11. Marc Kasher

      July 14, 2021 at 1:10 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe ! We love it. !!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        July 23, 2021 at 3:12 pm

        That’s awesome to hear. Glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    12. Bill Hinds

      September 25, 2021 at 6:23 pm

      Can I use Rotel tomatoes instead of fresh?

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        October 5, 2021 at 7:40 am

        I’ve never used Rotel tomatoes. I’ve seen them at the store though. I don’t know if they are spicy or just plain. Sorry, wish I could be more help.

        Reply
      • Martha R

        February 25, 2022 at 4:25 pm

        5 stars
        Yes you can they’re not spicy.

        Reply
    13. Martha R

      February 25, 2022 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      @Maggie- I used my instapot to make this recipe. I sautéed the pork chops once they were seasoned in the pot and removed them after they were nice and brown and then added purple onions, serrano pepper, and minced garlic cooked them for a bit till they were soft then added the canned diced tomatoes topped with the pork chops. I pressure cooked them for 50 min and did a quick release. And Voila!!!!!! Delicious recipe.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        August 15, 2022 at 3:17 pm

        Glad you enjoyed this recipe. Hope you make this recipe again soon.

        Reply
    14. Maureen

      August 30, 2022 at 3:21 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious. I did it in a cast iron pan on the grill – will make again ty
      Added home made salsa on top and Chimichurri rice from trader Joe’s

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        September 17, 2022 at 9:02 am

        Chimichurri rice? I’ll have to try that out. Thank you!

        Reply

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