Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops

• 2 bone-in pork chops – you could also swap with boneless pork chops or chicken breast
• 6-8 Swiss chard leaves – swap with kale or spinach if you like
• 15 grape or cherry tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 shallot – you could also use 1/8 cup diced onion – any variety
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 Tbsp shredded parmesan
• 1 tbsp pine nuts – these add a nice crunch to the dish!
• 2 tsp fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

How to make Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops

This is a simple one-pan meal and is done in less than 15 minutes!

1. In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat – add olive oil
2. Rinse pork chops and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides of pork chops with salt & pepper
3. Place pork chops into hot skillet and sear on both sides for 2-3 min per side. Lower heat to medium. Using an instant read meat thermometer, check the internal temperature of the pork chops. When pork chops are between 125-135º move to next step.
4. Add butter and let it start to melt. Add minced shallot & garlic and cook for 1-2 min.
5. Tear chard into bite-sized pieces and add to pan along with sliced tomatoes and pine nuts
6. Cook for 2 min until tomatoes are soft and chard is wilted. Internal temp of pork chops should now be 145º.
7. Serve pork chop with all veggies on top and sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley