Chili Chocolate Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Chili Chocolate Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Pork Loin Chops, 1 Inch Thick; ⅛ teaspoons Sweet Smoked Spanish Paprika; 1 teaspoon Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Butter; 1/2 cups Dry Red Wine - Preferably A Syrah; 1 cup Peeled Snacks' Apple Aplenty Trail Mix (alternatively A Combination Of Dried Apple Chunks, Raisins, Walnuts, Peanuts, And Dark Chocolate Chips); 1/4 teaspoons Red Chili Pepper Flakes; 1 Tablespoon Chopped Cilantro; Salt To Taste; Pepper, Fresh-ground, To Taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat your oven to 375 F.
2
Wash and dry your chops.
3
Salt and pepper one side and sprinkle the smoked paprika evenly over both chops on the same side.
4
Rub in the seasonings.
5
Warm the olive oil in a small oven-safe skillet.
6
Add butter and turn up the heat to medium-high.
7
When butter stops sizzling, add the chops, seasoned side down.
8
Brown the chops on that side for about 3 minutes.
9
While the chops are browning, season the top side with salt and pepper.
10
Turn chops over.
11
After 2 minutes, drain grease out of the pan, add the wine and sprinkle the trail mix on top along with the red chili flakes, distributing evenly.
12
Put the skillet in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
13
Then test the meat with an instant meat thermometer.
14
It should be at 145 to 150 F before removing the skillet from the oven.
15
Remove the chops to a platter, scraping all the goodness on top.
16
Let them sit for 5 -10 minutes and the temperature will increase to the perfect degree of doneness.
17
Garnish with the cilantro and serve with love!

174

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Pork Loin Chops, 1 Inch Thick, ⅛ teaspoons Sweet Smoked Spanish Paprika, 1 teaspoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Butter, and more.

Yes, Chili Chocolate Pork Chops falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Chili Chocolate Pork Chops

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