Hatch Green Chile & Pork Chops

How to make Hatch Green Chile & Pork Chops

Ingredients

2 Tbsp of olive oil

2 lb pork chops (about 4 oz ea.)

Hatch Green Chili Pepper Salt (about 2 tsp) You can adjust to your preferred taste!

1/4 cup chicken stock

1 lg white onion (sliced about 1/4″ thick)

Instructions:

Place pork chops in a large mixing bowl or a shallow dish and pour in the olive oil to begin seasoning. Make sure both sides are evenly coated.

Sprinkle Hatch Green Chili Salt on both sides of pork chops.

Heat pan to medium high heat with a bit of olive oil.

Arrange the pork chops in the pan with the hot oil.

This may need to be done in batches, depending on the size of your pan.

Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side till nicely grilled.

Remove pork chops and set aside to rest.

In a saute pan, add in your onion and cook for about 3 min till they are slightly translucent.

Add in your chicken stock and bring to rapid boil.

Taste mixture and add more seasoning if needed at this point.

Simmer by lowering heat and reduce mixture by 1/3.

Add pork chops and cook till reduced by 1/2 of remaining mixture.

Arrange on plate (2 per person) and spoon onions and reduced liquid on top of the pork chops and enjoy.

Serve with your favorite salad and sides.

Chicken breast can easily be substituted for pork chops.

Notes:

Choice of Pork Chops: Use bone-in or boneless pork chops, about 4 oz each, for this recipe. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the chops.

Seasoning: Olive oil and Hatch Green Chili Pepper Salt are used to season the pork chops. Ensure both sides of the chops are evenly coated with the seasoning for maximum flavor.

Cooking the Pork Chops: Heat a pan over medium-high heat with olive oil. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely grilled and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the pork chops and set them aside to rest.

Sautéing Onions: In the same pan, sauté sliced white onions until they are slightly translucent and tender, about 3 minutes. This step adds a sweet and savory flavor to the dish.

Adding Chicken Stock: Pour in the chicken stock to the sautéed onions and bring it to a rapid boil. This helps to deglaze the pan and create a flavorful sauce.

Adjusting Seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more Hatch Green Chili Pepper Salt or other spices to suit your taste preferences.

Simmering and Reducing: Lower the heat and simmer the onion mixture until it reduces by about one-third. This concentrates the flavors and creates a delicious sauce for the pork chops.

Combining Pork Chops and Sauce: Add the pork chops back into the pan with the reduced onion mixture. Cook until the sauce is further reduced and coats the pork chops nicely.

Plating: Arrange the cooked pork chops on a plate, serving about 2 per person. Spoon the onions and reduced sauce over the pork chops for extra flavor.

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Hatch Green Chile & Pork Chops with your favorite salad and sides. This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Substitution: If preferred, you can substitute chicken breast for pork chops in this recipe. Adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the thickness of the chicken breast.

Nutrition Information:

YIELDS: 4 | SERVING SIZE: 1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use a different type of pork chops?

Yes, you can use bone-in or boneless pork chops for this recipe.

Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the pork chops.

What is Hatch Green Chili Pepper Salt?

Hatch Green Chili Pepper Salt is a seasoning blend made from green chile peppers and salt.

You can adjust the amount based on your preferred level of spiciness.

Can I adjust the seasoning to make it less spicy?

Yes, you can reduce the amount of Hatch Green Chili Pepper Salt or use a milder seasoning if you prefer a less spicy dish.

Can I substitute chicken broth for chicken stock?

Yes, chicken broth can be used interchangeably with chicken stock in this recipe.

How long should I cook the pork chops on each side?

Cook the pork chops for about 2-3 minutes per side or until they are nicely grilled and cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Why should I rest the pork chops after cooking?

Resting the pork chops allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier and more flavorful meat.

What if I don’t have a sauté pan?

You can use a regular skillet or frying pan to cook the onions and reduce the sauce.

What sides go well with Hatch Green Chile & Pork Chops?

This dish pairs well with salad, roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Can I use chicken breast instead of pork chops?

Yes, chicken breast can be substituted for pork chops if desired.

Adjust the cooking time accordingly based on the thickness of the chicken breast.

How can I make this dish ahead of time?

You can prepare the onion mixture and cook the pork chops ahead of time.

Reheat the onion mixture and pork chops together before serving.