Pork Chops with Sautéed Chard and Mushrooms

Optavia Counts:

• 1 Lean
• 3 Green
• 3 Condiments

Are you Looking for a delicious and healthy recipe that’s perfect for a festive occasion or just a weeknight dinner? Look no further than this Lean and Green Fit & Festive Baked Pork Chops with Sautéed Chard and Mushrooms recipe!

This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, with tender pork chops baked to perfection and served alongside sautéed chard and mushrooms for a healthy and delicious side dish. Best of all, this recipe is easy to make and can be ready in just 30 minutes, making it a great choice for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want to impress your guests with a healthy and delicious meal. So fire up your oven and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s both festive and fit!

• Prep time: 5–10 minutes
• Cook time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Per serving: 260 calories | 11g fat | 9g carbohydrates | 31g protein

Lean and Green Fit & Festive Baked Pork Chops with Sautéed Chard and Mushrooms

Ingredients:

• 1½ lbs boneless pork chops
• ½ tsp salt, divided
• ¼ tsp pepper, divided
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Cooking spray
• ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 10-oz bags of Swiss or rainbow chard, cut and washed
• 1 8-oz package of sliced baby bella mushrooms
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Lean and Green Fit & Festive Baked Pork Chops with Sautéed Chard and Mushrooms

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Season pork chops with one-quarter teaspoon of salt, one-eighth teaspoon of pepper, and thyme. Lightly grease a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chops and lightly brown each side. Remove from heat.
3. Place the skillet back on the burner, and pour in chicken broth. Sauté mushrooms with garlic and red pepper flakes until just tender.
4. Arrange chard in a large casserole dish, and season with remaining salt and pepper. Add the mushroom mixture followed by the pork chops. Top with sprinkled cheese. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F.