Coffee Crusted Pork Chops
Elevate your dinner game with these bold and flavorful Coffee Crusted Pork Chops! This recipe combines the rich, earthy notes of ground coffee with the subtle sweetness of brown sugar and the smoky kick of paprika to create a perfectly balanced crust. Seasoned with garlic and onion powder, this spice rub locks in the juices while forming a tantalizingly crispy exterior. Searing the chops before finishing them in the oven ensures a golden caramelized crust with a tender, juicy center. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is the perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless pork chops
- 2 tablespoons Ground coffee
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, combine the ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt to create the spice rub.
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and rub each piece with a thin layer of olive oil.
Generously coat each pork chop with the coffee spice rub, pressing it into the meat to ensure it sticks well.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil.
Sear the pork chops for about 2 minutes on each side, or until a dark crust forms, but do not cook them through at this stage.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the pork chops for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes such as mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 489 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
