May 5, 2021
Spiced Pork Chops with Arugula and Balsamic
Bright and flavorful pork chops that also happen to be quick and easy. I like to serve this with a small side salad of arugula dressed with a bit of balsamic, salt, and pepper. This is also excellent grilled.
Servings: 2
Calories: 307kcal
Ingredients
- 3/4 tablespoon sweet paprika or a mixture of smoked and sweet paprika (if you like a smokey flavor)
- 1 tablespoon monk fruit golden, or 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
- pinch baking soda
- 1 pound boneless pork chops 1-inch thick, 2 chops, visible fat trimmed if using for PSMF
- 1 cup arugula
- 1 tablespoon balsamic
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix the paprika, monk fruit, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and baking soda in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the chops and then refrigerate for at least 6 hours and up to overnight.
- Preheat your oven’s broiler (or turn the oven to 500ºF) and position the oven rack in the top third of the oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and rub with a bit of oil and set aside.
- Place the chops onto the prepared baking sheet. Broil the pork about 4 inches from the broiler, flipping half way through.
- The size and thickness will determine the cooking time so the best way to tell is by temperature. Generally, 1/2-inch chops take 4-5 minutes per side, 3/4-inch chops take 6-8 minutes per side, and 1-inch chops take 8-10 minutes per side. Cook until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145ºF. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- While the pork chops rest, toss the arugula with balsamic. Season with a bit of salt and pepper. Divide between two plates and serve beside the chop.
Nutrition Facts
Spiced Pork Chops with Arugula and Balsamic
Amount per Serving
Calories
307
% Daily Value*
Fat
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
150
mg
50
%
Sodium
1280
mg
56
%
Potassium
1006
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
52
g
104
%
Vitamin A
1532
IU
31
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
40
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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