Pork Chops California
Bring vibrant West Coast flavors to your table with Pork Chops California, a colorful and wholesome dish that combines tender, bone-in pork chops with fresh avocado and juicy tomatoes. This recipe is all about bold, simple ingredients elevated by a hint of spice from garlic powder and a creamy layer of Monterey Jack cheese melted to perfection. Searing the chops in olive oil locks in their juices, while a quick oven bake ensures they’re wonderfully tender. Finished with a zesty lime drizzle and bright cilantro, this dish is a perfect blend of hearty protein and refreshing produce. Ready in just 40 minutes, Pork Chops California is a crowd-pleasing dinner that feels gourmet but is surprisingly easy to prepare. Perfect for those seeking flavorful pork chop recipes packed with a California-inspired twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the skillet from heat.
Slice the avocado and tomatoes into thin slices.
Arrange slices of avocado and tomatoes on top of each pork chop.
Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the toppings.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes.
Drizzle lime juice over the chops and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2893 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.2 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.7 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 3580 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 226.9 g | 454% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 958 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 4223 mg | 90% | |
*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.
