Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers Recipe

Name: Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 4 (4 ounce) boneless center cut pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick); 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon butter; 3 cups sliced onions; 1 1/2 cups red bell peppers, in 1/4-inch strips; 1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, in 1/4-inch strips (you can substitute orange or yellow bell pepper if you donA't like the green); 1 teaspoon dry sherry (or Mexican beer, if you prefer); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons lime juice; fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt, divided
4 (4 ounce) boneless center cut pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick)
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon butter
3 cups sliced onions
1 1/2 cups red bell peppers, in 1/4-inch strips
1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, in 1/4-inch strips (you can substitute orange or yellow bell pepper if you donA't like the green)
1 teaspoon dry sherry (or Mexican beer, if you prefer)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

1
In a small bowl combine the ancho powder, cumin, granulated garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2
Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the pork chops.
3
Over medium-high temperature in a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil, then brown the pork chops, 4 minutes per side or until done (depending on the thickness of the chops); remove meat from pan and set aside, keeping warm.
4
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and the butter to the skillet you cooked the pork in and allow them to melt together, then add the onion, bell peppers, sherry, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and saute for 4 minutes or until cooked to desired texture.
5
Add the minced garlic cloves and saute 1 additional minute, then remove from heat and stir in the lime juice; season to taste with freshly ground pepper.
6
Serve browned pork chops and sauteed peppers together - they go well with rice and beans.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ancho Pork Chops And Peppers

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