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Easy 15-Minute Summer Pork Casserole Recipe Perfect for Quick Dinners

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A quick and easy summer pork casserole combining juicy pork with fresh zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and herbs, ready in just 15 minutes for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pork tenderloin or pork chops, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, torn

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Trim any excess fat from the pork tenderloin or chops, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork pieces in a single layer and sear for about 3 minutes on each side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove pork and set aside.
  4. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Sauté diced onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  6. Stir in sliced zucchini, diced red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
  7. Cook veggies for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
  8. Return seared pork to the skillet and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Transfer mixture to an oven-safe casserole dish, spreading evenly.
  10. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  12. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle torn fresh basil leaves over the top before serving.

Notes

If pork pieces are thick, cut smaller to cook through quickly. Drain excess water from veggies before adding cheese to avoid sogginess. For dairy-free, omit or substitute mozzarella with plant-based cheese. Pork shoulder can be used but requires longer cooking. Rest casserole 5 minutes before serving for better flavor melding.

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