22 Delicious Pork Dinners, Ready in 30 Minutes or Less

Fried Pork Chop
Fried Pork Chop | Photo by Allrecipes.

Pork is so versatile, playing well with all kinds of preparations. It's such a great choice for quick-and-easy dinners. These top-rated pork recipes are fast and fantastic, and include classics like pork lo mein, honey garlic pork chops, pork skillets, simple pastas with pork sausage, pork stir-fries, and much more. Pick your favorites! Dinner's on the table in 30 minutes or less.

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Pork Lo Mein

Pork Lo Mein
Molly

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "The sauce is just like you eat in an Asian restaurant. Tastes very authentic. A keeper!" says Carolina.

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Pork Fried Rice

side view of a serving of fried rice with pork, peasn, and carrots on a white plate
KGora

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review:"I couldn't believe how good this is and how easy. I used leftover pork roast and brown Thai rice. Best fried rice I ever made! All with leftovers. Amazing," says cchef.

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Orange Pork

Orange Pork
Orange Pork. KellyB

Ready in 20 minutes.

Rave Review: "Quick, easy, and tasty -- we double the sauce and pour it over baked potatoes and steamed broccoli," says FIREBALL2000.

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Sausage Pasta

Sausage Pasta recipe in a green bowl
Allrecipes Magazine

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "My kids love it so much I try to serve it at least two times a month. Really easy and fast! Try it with your favorite kind of cheese and pasta," says FEELINGFROGGIE.

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Grilled Pork Chops with Fresh Nectarine Salsa

Grilled Pork Chops with Fresh Nectarine Salsa
AllrecipesPhoto

Ready in 33 minutes (Quicker if you make the salsa in advance).

Rave Review: "A zippy, sweet and spicy nectarine salsa goes really well with grilled pork," says MICHELLE011.

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Pork & Pineapple Stir-Fry

Pork & Pineapple Stir-Fry
Photo by Baking Nana.

Ready in 32 minutes.

Rave Review: "Simple and quick. The plum sauce gives it a special lift, and everyone always seems to love it," says BRADTHERESA.

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Pulled Pork Nachos with Sriracha Slaw

Pulled Pork Nachos with Sriracha Slaw
Soup Loving Nicole

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "This was perfect! Very delicious way to serve something — especially when you have all the ingredients on hand. Leftover pulled pork? Check! Leftover coleslaw? Check! Tortilla chips? Check! Cheddar Cheese? Check! Sriracha? Always! Don't be afraid of the sriracha amount because everything else tends to blend out the intense heat," says Marianne.

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World's Best Honey Garlic Pork Chops

closeup of two deliciously sticky-looking grilled pork chops on a white plate
Rss459 (Randy)

Ready in 25 minutes.

Rave Review: "Turn plain ol' pork chops into something SPECIAL! My oh my, this sauce is crazy good," says Patty Cakes.

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Pork Cutlets with Cranberry Wine Sauce

Pork Cutlets with Cranberry Wine Sauce
Baking Nana

Ready in 20 minutes.

Rave Review: "So easy, beautiful presentation and delicious," says Genieleu.

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Fiery Pork Skewers

Fiery Pork Skewers
Photo by CCLoves2bake.

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "Loved this easy recipe! The pork turned out nice and juicy. Mixed with veggies and rice, it makes a great dinner," says MOM2TAY.

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Pork Chops with Raspberry Sauce

Pork Chops with Raspberry Sauce
Photo by SugarPlum.

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "Very impressive dish (company worthy) — I couldn't believe how quick and easy this was," says clillian.

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Spicy Peach Glazed Pork Chops

Spicy Peach-Glazed Pork Chops
Photo by Allrecipes Magazine.

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "This recipe is so quick and easy — and very tasty. I added a little extra chili paste (I like it hot) and a couple cloves of minced garlic and it was superb," says MOANELLO.

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Pork Medallions with Balsamic Vinegar and Capers

Pork Medallions with Balsamic Vinegar and Capers
LaurenM

Ready in 25 minutes.

Rave Review: "This is one meal to impress dinner guests that won't break the bank or take very much time," says Marianne.

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Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich

Classic Cuban Midnight (Medianoche) Sandwich
lutzflcat

Ready in 25 minutes.

Rave Review: "Wow what a sandwich! No need for seconds. It's a whole meal," says MCPARKER.

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Coriander and Cumin Rubbed Pork Chops

Coriander and Cumin Rubbed Pork Chops
Photo by zwallzz.

Ready in 25 minutes.

Rave Review: "Chops rubbed with a simple but flavorful spice and garlic mixture. For an even more potent result, toast and grind the spices yourself," says DARLA.

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Fried Pork Chop

Fried Pork Chop
Fried Pork Chop | Photo by Allrecipes.

Ready in 20 minutes.

Rave Review: "Wow, I thought this would be good, however it was far tastier than expected — and best of all — IT'S SO EASY!!! Great for that mid-week dinner," says chester.

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Asian Pork Burger

Asian Pork Burger
Photo by Allrecipes Magazine.

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "Very flavorful and moist burgers. I make a big batch, freeze the patties in foil packs, and have a great dinner ready in minutes," says cyag1225.

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Carolina Pork Twirl

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Ready in 20 minutes.

Rave Review: "Fabulous! I usually serve them with baked beans and we NEVER have any leftovers," says Michelle.

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Pork Chop and Feta Skillet

Pork Chop and Feta Skillet
Photo by LynnInHK.

Ready in 30 minutes.

Rave Review: "My favorite way to cook pork chops, seasoned with lemon juice, basil, parsley, and garlic, seared, and topped with feta. Delicious," says MBC.

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BBQ Pork Pizza

BBQ Pork Pizza
*Sherri*

Ready in 28 minutes.

Rave Review: "A very easy way to make a delicious BBQ pork pizza in minutes," says HARTMR.

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Pasta with Sausage and Peas

Pasta with Peas and Sausage
naples34102

Ready in 25 minutes.

Rave Review: "Fast, Easy, and Delicious! I made this in a pinch! I always have Italian Sausage in the Freezer and I always have Pasta on hand for those nights when I don't feel like cooking," says FERBONIA.

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Panko-Breaded Pork Parmigiana

Panko-Breaded Pork Parmigiana
France C.

Ready in 30 Minutes.

Rave Review: "Topped with rich marinara and melted mozzarella, these crispy Parmesan-crusted pork chops rival the famous chicken dish!" says France C. "Double the marinara for an extra-saucy experience."

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