Pork chops are a favorite in our society. Some prefer pork over beef. We have compiled a nice, healthy, and quick recipe that you can create in less than 1 hour. Hands on time is just 30 mins.
Ingredients
- 1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds)—peeled, seeded, and cut into 1.5 inch pieces
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 bone-in pork chops (each 1 inch thick; about 2 pounds total)
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 large bunch kale, thick ribs removed and leaves roughly chopped (about 14 cups)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400° F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the squash with the sage, 1 tablespoon of the oil. Roast, tossing once, until tender, 30 to 35 minutes.
- When the squash has cooked for 20 minutes, heat 1 teaspoon of the remaining oil in a large skillet over high heat. Season the pork with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the pork to the baking sheet with the squash and roast until the pork is cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, return the skillet to medium heat and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the kale, and ¼ cup water. Cook, tossing the kale and scraping up any brown bits on the bottom of the skillet, until the kale is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with the pork and squash.