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garlic balsamic pork chops

Garlic Balsamic Pork Chops

700kcal | 57g Protein | 63g Carbohydrates | 24g Fat
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Carb Rice
Protein Pork
Servings 4
Calorie 600-800 Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Chops:

  • 2 lbs boneless pork loin chops about 4 large chops
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme

For the Garlic Balsamic Glaze:

  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce low sodium

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice dry
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar optional

For the Brussels Sprouts:

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Prep the Pork Chops:

  • Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme.
    2 lbs boneless pork loin chops, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tbsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp dried thyme

Start the Rice:

  • Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. Cook in your preferred method (I love my rice cooker!) with rice vinegar. Set aside once done.
    1 cup jasmine rice, 1 tbsp rice vinegar

Roast the Brussels Sprouts:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Toss halved Brussels with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until browned and crispy on edges.
    1 lb Brussels sprouts, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tbsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper

Sear the Pork Chops:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add pork chops and sear 3-4 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 145°F.
  • Remove from skillet and let rest.

Make the Balsamic Glaze:

  • In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
    4 cloves garlic
  • Stir in balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon, and soy sauce. Simmer 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until thickened into a glaze.
    1/3 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp soy sauce

Assemble Your Meal Prep:

  • Slice pork chops into strips and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  • Divide rice, Brussels sprouts, and pork evenly into 4 containers.
  • Optionally garnish with fresh parsley or extra glaze.

Nutrition

Calories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 57gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 152mgSodium: 1204mgPotassium: 1433mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 875IUVitamin C: 97mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 4mg
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