Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (4 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 cups steamed green beans (for serving)
Instructions:
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through (145°F).
- Remove chops and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest. Return chops to the skillet and coat with sauce.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with green beans.
Nutritional Information (per serving, 1 chop with beans):
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 6g (Net Carbs: 3g)
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
Tips:
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Swap green beans for asparagus or broccoli.
- Let chops rest for 3 minutes before serving for juiciness.
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