High-Protein Garlic-Butter Pork Chops with Spinach

High-Protein Garlic-Butter Pork Chops with Spinach is a delicious & savory dish. It contains pork, seasonings, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, butter cubes, baby spinach, and lemon zest. These pork chops have the butter so it is not good for dairy-free diet. Utilize extra olive oil or vegan butter to make it safe for a dairy-free diet. This dish is prepared in thirty minutes, so we can easily make it as a quick dinner. It contains 32g protein & 4g net carbs, so we can also have this dish on a keto diet as well. High-Protein Garlic-Butter Pork Chops with Spinach store nicely, so we can easily prepare them in advance. Serve these chops with Cauliflower mash, Greek salad, or roasted broccoli.

STATS:

• Calories: 430 kcal
• Preparation Duration: 10 minutes
• Serving size: 1
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Total time: 30 minutes
• Course: Dinner
• Diet: High-Protein
• Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

• Large skillet
• Cutting board
• Measuring spoons
• Knife
• Tongs
• Meat thermometer

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 boneless pork chops
• ¾ tsp. salt
• ¾ tsp. ground pepper
• ½ tsp. garlic-and-herb seasoning — no-salt-added
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 3 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 & ½ tsp. grated lemon zest
• One pack baby spinach
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice

INGREDIENT NOTES:

PORK CHOPS:

• Utilize the pork chops to make this, and it’s the main item. Include the lean protein to prepare the filling dish. Utilize the one-inch-thick chops so they cook in equal time and remain juicy.

SALT:

• Add the salt to season the spinach & pork chops to enrich the flavors. We have to add it in moderate quantity to elevate the flavors and to avoid the dish getting too salty.

GROUND PEPPER:

• Include the pepper powder to provide a light spice in the pork chops & spinach. It should be fresh for the strong flavor.

GARLIC-AND-HERB SEASONING:

• Add the garlic & herb seasoning that doesn’t contain salt to add additional savory taste. It pairs nicely with butter & garlic without the addition of lots of sodium.

OLIVE OIL:

• Include the olive oil to sear the chops, and it will help to brown the exterior. I helps them to prevent the meat to get stick and also provide the good fat content.

BUTTER:

• Utilize the unsalted butter to prepare the indulgent & creamy sauce. Make the cubes of the butter so it melts evenly in the pan.

GARLIC:

• We have to utilize the garlic to include the savory aroma & taste in pork chops. Mince the garlic finely so it cooks evenly.

LEMON ZEST:

• Add the lemon zest to add the citrus taste in these pork chops. It will help to stabilize the rich taste of pork & butter.

BABY SPINACH:

• We have to use fresh baby spinach to add color, fiber, and nutrients to the dish. It wilts quickly and absorbs the flavorful garlic-butter sauce.

LEMON JUICE:

• Add fresh lemon juice in end to add the bright taste. It helps balance the rich butter and gives the spinach a fresh flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Dry the pork chops using the paper towel and sprinkles the seasonings on both sides.
2. Now heat the oil in a pan on medium to high flame.
3. Include the pork chops and cook for four to five minutes till they get golden.
4. Add them to a plate and cover them loosely with foil.
5. Decrease the flame to moderate, then add the butter cubes & garlic in the same pan.
6. Cook the garlic for around one minute, mixing continuously.
7. Include the baby spinach & lemon zest and sprinkle the black pepper & salt on it.
8. Cook the dish for two to three minutes till the spinach wilts & coated with garlic butter.
9. Include the lemon juice & cook for half a minute more, then add the pork chops back in the pan.
10. Add the garlic butter sauce to the chops with a spoon and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLES:

• Roasted Asparagus
• Garlic Green Beans
• Roasted Broccoli

LOW-CARB SIDES:

• Cauliflower Mash
• Zucchini Noodles
• Roasted Cauliflower

SALADS:

• Cucumber Tomato Salad
• Arugula Salad
• Greek Salad

GRAINS:

• Brown Rice
• Quinoa Pilaf
• Wild Rice

TIPS:

• Dry the chops, then season so they don’t get browned properly.
• Don’t overcook the chops or they will not get the golden crust.
• Leave the pork chops for some time, then serve so they remain juicy.
• Include the lemon juice when the spinach gets wilted to add the bright flavor.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Properly cool the chops, then add them to the box and store for three to four days.

FREEZER:

• Add the cooled chops to the vessel and freeze for two months.

FAQs:

Will I utilize the bone-containing pork chops?

• Yes we will  easily utilize the bone containing pork chops but we have to adjust the cooking time according to thickness.

How to prepare the dairy-free chops?

• You can utilize the vegan butter for this purpose.

What to add instead of spinach?

• You can include the Swiss chard or Kale instead, though it requires more cooking time.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 430 kcal

Net carbs: 4 g

Iron: 2 mg

Total carbs: 5 g

Serving: 4

Vitamin A: 6200 IU

Fiber: 1 g

Calcium: 80 mg

Protein: 32 g

Serving size: 1

Sodium: 650 mg

Potassium: 850 mg