Name: Pork Chops in Creamy Spinach Paprika Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound pork chops; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup Mexicana Crema table cream; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 1/2 cups spinach; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 tablespoon shallot; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Pork Chops in Creamy Spinach Paprika Sauce

Regular (sweet Hungarian) paprika and smoked (Spanish) paprika are flavorful spices that enhance many savory recipes while adding a dash of crimson color. Regular paprika contains crushed dried chili peppers. Smoked paprika is made from smoke-dried chili peppers that were dried over an oak fire before being ground into a powder. While sweet paprika is a good choice for lighter dishes like garlic chicken, smoked paprika works better for hearty recipes like baked beans.

If you are like me, you probably have three or four (or more) "Go To" recipes. Those are the recipes that you go to and rely on for a number of reasons like having unexpected guests for dinner. This recipe definitely fits into that "go to" category for me! What I like best about it is the versatility that is due to the sauce. I can use the same sauce part of the recipe, including ingredients and instructions, and make three totally different entrees ... one with pork, one with seafood (salmon fillets) and one with chicken cutlets. I invite you to give it a try and prepare all three dishes (but not all at the same time!).

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Cooking Method: Sauteing, Simmering, Stovetop Cuisine: American, European, Italian, Mediterranean, Southern Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Low Carb

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Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 35 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Calories: 301

Instructions

For the Pork Chops

Season the pork chops with salt, pepper and paprika, rubbing the spices evenly over both sides.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium high heat, add the pork chops and cook on each side for 3 minutes.
Remove and set the meat aside on a separate plate.

For the Sauce and Recipe Completion

In the same skillet you seared the pork, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the dry sherry and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the flour and whisk until the mixture is well combined.
Stir in the chicken broth, Mexican crema, lemon juice, dried shallot, and pepper flakes. Add salt and paprika. Whisk vigorously to mix well.
Add the chopped spinach, cover, and simmer an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
Return the meat to the skillet and cook covered for 3 minutes if your cuts are thin or 5 minutes if they are thick.
Plate and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 4 oz. pork chop & 1/4 cup sauce

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 301kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 10g50%
Cholesterol 110mg37%
Sodium 355mg15%
Potassium 342mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 20g40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If smoked paprika isn’t available at your grocery store, you can also use chili powder, chipotle powder, or cayenne pepper as a smoked paprika substitute. Each of these smoked paprika alternatives offers a similarly hot, smoky flavor to hearty recipes.

Pork Chops in Creamy Spinach Paprika Sauce