Pork Chops with Green Chilli Sauce
Get ready to elevate your dinner table with these succulent Pork Chops with Green Chilli Sauce—a dish that perfectly balances bold, zesty flavors with tender, golden-brown pork chops. This recipe combines juicy, pan-seared pork chops with a vibrant green chilli sauce made from fresh garlic, coriander, lime juice, and a hint of honey for a subtle sweetness. The sauce packs a customizable level of heat, thanks to the addition of green chilies, making it suitable for spice lovers and milder palates alike. Finished with a buttery glaze and served with the rich, tangy sauce, these pork chops are the ultimate centerpiece for a hearty, flavor-packed meal. Pair them with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a restaurant-quality dining experience at home. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 4 pieces green chilies (mild or spicy, to taste)
- 1 cup fresh coriander
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
Instructions
Season the pork chops evenly on both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside to come to room temperature while you prepare the sauce.
For the green chilli sauce, finely chop the garlic and green chilies. Roughly chop the fresh coriander.
In a small blender or food processor, combine the garlic, green chilies, coriander, lime juice, honey, and chicken stock. Blend until smooth and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it heat up until shimmering.
Place the pork chops into the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Reduce the heat to medium if they begin to brown too quickly.
Add butter to the skillet and spoon it over the pork chops as they cook. Continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops and let them rest on a plate, loosely covered with foil.
In the same skillet, pour the prepared green chilli sauce. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for extra flavor. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary. If it's too spicy, you can add a small amount of honey or lime juice to balance the heat.
Serve the pork chops on individual plates or a platter and spoon the green chilli sauce generously over them. Garnish with additional fresh coriander if desired.
Serve immediately with sides like steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.5 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2978 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 114.3 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 3094 mg | 66% | |
*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.
