YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Seared Herb-Crusted Pork Chops with Roasted Zucchini
Enjoy a delicious and savory pork chop dinner featuring a perfectly seared, herb-crusted pork chop paired with tender, roasted zucchini bathed in olive oil and finished with a rich herb butter sauce. This dish delivers beautifully balanced flavors with a satisfying crunch from the crust and a melt-in-your-mouth finish from the butter sauce.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz Pork Chop
1 medium Zucchini
1 tbsp Olive Oil for searing
2 tbsp Olive Oil for roasting
2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
1 tbsp Fresh Mixed Herbs
1 clove Garlic
1 tsp Lemon Zest
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the pork chop dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Mix the chopped fresh herbs with a bit of salt and pepper. Press this herb mixture onto one side of the pork chop to form a crust.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the pork chop, herb-side down, and sear for about 2-3 minutes until a golden crust develops. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes.
While the pork chop is searing, slice the zucchini into rounds or half-moons and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the zucchini and toss to coat. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Roast the zucchini in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
In the same skillet after searing (reduce heat to low), add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter along with one minced garlic clove. Let the butter melt and infuse with garlic and remaining herb bits to form a fresh herb butter sauce.
Plate the pork chop and drizzle the herb butter sauce over it. Serve alongside the roasted zucchini and garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest for brightness.
Enjoy your balanced meal that delivers 30-36 grams of protein and fits perfectly within a 560-684 kcal range.