Picante Pork Chops

Spice up your dinner routine with these bold and flavorful Picante Pork Chops! Featuring tender, bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection and simmered in a zesty, tomato-based sauce infused with smoked paprika, cumin, and a touch of jalapeño heat, this dish delivers a burst of rich, smoky, and tangy flavors in every bite. A touch of red wine vinegar adds depth to the sauce, while fresh cilantro and optional lime wedges provide a bright and refreshing garnish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for weeknight meals or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Pair with rice or crusty bread to soak up the irresistible sauce, and get ready to savor a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear them for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and chopped jalapeño. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to develop its flavor.

Step 5

Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and red wine vinegar to the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the pork chops cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (62.8°C).

Step 7

During the last 2 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the pork chops and sauce.

Step 8

Serve the Picante Pork Chops hot, spooning plenty of sauce over each chop. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1526.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2282.2

Total Fat 141.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 3851.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 201.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.0mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 3892.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.0%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 6.9%