A delicious recipe for Italian Beef Chops, featuring tender beef chops baked in marinara sauce and topped with melted cheese.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds beef chops (about 1-inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season both sides of the beef chops with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes if using.
Sear the beef chops in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are browned.
Transfer the seared beef chops to a baking dish. Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chops.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, use chicken breasts instead of beef chops and follow the same cooking instructions.
Add sautéed bell peppers and onions to the marinara sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.