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How to Make Greek-Inspired Pork Chops - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking, Greek-inspired dishes are always a go-to for creating flavorful and healthy meals. The use of fresh herbs, bright citrus flavors, and a variety of spices make Greek cuisine a favorite among food enthusiasts. If you're looking to shake up your dinner routine, these Greek-inspired pork chops are sure to be a hit!

With a combination of classic Greek flavors like oregano, garlic, and lemon, these pork chops are a delicious nod to the Mediterranean. The tangy mari...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 6 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and diced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ cup softened cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
  • 4 boneless pork chops
  • 4 wooden or metal toothpicks
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ lemon, zested
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and thyme. Cook until combined, about 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl and add cream cheese and feta cheese. Stir to combine and set aside.
  • Pound each pork chop with the smooth side of a meat mallet until thin. Place 1/4 of the spinach mixture on each chop, fold in half, and secure with a toothpick. Season the outside of each chop with black pepper.
  • Combine chicken broth, lemon juice, zest, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until golden and no longer pink in the centers, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a side dish and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Add the chicken broth mixture to the skillet. Scrape up the bottom of the pan and cook over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 8 minutes. Spoon some sauce over the pork before serving.

    • Nutrition

    350 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 881mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 29mg
    • Calcium: 178mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 811mg

    Categories

    Grilled recipes
    Marinated recipes
    Greek recipes
    Pork recipes
    Chop recipes