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Garlic Lemon Herb Porkchops

528 kcal | 53g Protein | 51g Carbohydrates | 14g Fat
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Carb Rice
Protein Pork
Servings 4
Calorie <600 Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Chops:

  • 2 lbs boneless pork loin chops
  • 1 cluster garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 large lemon juiced

For the Asparagus:

  • 1 lb asparagus
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tbsp olive oil

For Serving:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 tbsp salted butter
  • 2 large lemons cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley chopped

Instructions
 

Prep the Pork Chops:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine pork chops and minced garlic.
    2 lbs boneless pork loin chops, 1 cluster garlic
  • Mix paprika, black pepper, salt, rosemary, thyme, and oregano in a small bowl.
    1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over the pork chops, turning to coat.
  • Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the pork, then let rest for 10-20 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
    1 large lemon

Cook the Rice:

  • Rinse rice under cold water until clear.
    1 cup jasmine rice
  • Cook using your preferred method (I love my rice cooker!) with butter added for flavor.
    1 tbsp salted butter

Roast the Asparagus:

  • Preheat oven to broil (high).
  • Arrange asparagus on a baking sheet and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
    1 lb asparagus, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tbsp olive oil

Broil the Pork Chops:

  • Lightly grease a separate baking sheet and arrange the seasoned pork chops in a single layer.
  • Broil on high for 4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  • Remove from the oven and let the pork rest.

Finish the Asparagus & Serve:

  • Broil asparagus for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Garnish pork chops with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
    2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley, 2 large lemons
  • Divide rice, pork chops, and asparagus into meal prep containers.

Nutrition

Calories: 528kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 53gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 159mgSodium: 1281mgPotassium: 1302mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2021IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 5mg
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