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Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these flavorful Ancho Pork Chops! This Mexican-inspired recipe, adapted from a Cooking Light favorite, uses smoky ancho chili powder to transform ordinary pork chops into a restaurant-worthy meal in just 20 minutes. The tender pork is perfectly complemented by a vibrant sauté of bell peppers and onions, finished with a bright lime zest. Serve with rice and beans for a complete and satisfying experience.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 325.7 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers

  • 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 4 (5 ounce) boneless center cut pork chops
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded and sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, cored, seeded and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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How to Make Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers

  1. In a small bowl, combine the ancho chili powder, cumin, granulated garlic, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  2. Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the pork chops.
  3. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops for 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  4. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.
  5. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil and the butter to the skillet. Melt together over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and bell pepper, sherry, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
  8. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.
  9. Serve the browned pork chops immediately alongside the sautéed peppers. Enjoy with rice and beans for a complete meal!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

17g

Carbs

6g

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