Italian Chops and Rice

Description
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.