How to Make Pork and Zucchini Rice Skillet - A Step-by-Step Guide

This Pork and Zucchini Rice Skillet is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor. With tender pieces of pork, hearty rice, and vibrant zucchini, this dish is both satisfying and wholesome. Plus, it all comes together in just one skillet, making clean-up a breeze.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pork chop, diced
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 sprigs chopped fresh rosemary
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Combine 2 cups of chicken broth and brown rice in a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat and cook pork until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and cook for 3 minutes. Add 1 cup chicken broth and simmer until zucchini are soft, about 5 minutes. Add rice. Mix in green onions, rosemary, and Parmesan cheese and cook until well combined, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    660 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 2169mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 82g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 296mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 697mg