Blackberry Ginger Pork Chops
This healthy dinner option is bursting with complementary flavors and loads of essential nutrients!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 298kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 tablespoon ginger fresh, grated
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 pork chops center cut
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a small sauce pot, heat blackberries, ginger, honey, water, salt, cinnamon, lemon juice and zest over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside.
- While the sauce is cooking, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with granulated garlic and pepper, then sear in skillet for 5 minutes each side.
- Reduce heat, add broth and cover to finish cooking, about 10-15 minutes. Check after 7-8 minutes, to be sure chops are cooked through but not overcooked. Internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees F. Plate and drizzle with blackberry ginger sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1each | Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 358mg | Potassium: 604mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 77IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg |
| SmartPoints (Freestyle): 9
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 9
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 9