RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Smothered Pork Chop
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Smothered Pork Chop
This smothered pork chop is a badass blend of Cajun spice, butter beans, and fresh veggies. Treat your guests to a comfort dish that will leave them craving more.
INGREDIENTS:
For Pork Chop:
2 thick-cut bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic
2 sprigs of thyme
For Cajun Butter Beans:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 cup sliced green bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced celery
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chicken stock
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 450°F (200°C). Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the pork chops and sear them for 4 minutes on each side or until browned.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan. Baste the pork chops with the melted butter for about 1 minute.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 7 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
For the Cajun butter beans. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced onion, sliced green bell pepper, and sliced celery. Sweat for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the drained and rinsed butter beans, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup of chicken stock to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the beans are warmed through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
To serve, spoon some of the Cajun butter beans onto a plate and place the pork chop on top. Top with the remaining butter beans