Grilled Pork Medallions with Pasta Recipe

Name: Grilled Pork Medallions with Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup jarred sliced pickled banana peppers; 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 3 tablespoons honey; 4 (1-inch thick) center cut boneless pork loin chops; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 pappardelle nests; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 3 tablespoons reserved marinade; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Servings: persons

3/4 cup jarred sliced pickled banana peppers
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey
4 (1-inch thick) center cut boneless pork loin chops
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 pappardelle nests
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons reserved marinade
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for serving

1
To make the marinade: In a blender or food processor combine banana peppers, mustard, and honey.
2
Blend until smooth, and set aside 3 tablespoons for the pasta sauce.
3
Pour the remaining marinade into a re-sealable plastic bag.
4
Season the pork with salt and pepper and add them to the bag.
5
Seal and distribute the marinade equally on the pork.
6
Marinate at room temperature up to 2 hours or in the refrigerator if longer than that.
7
Remove the pork from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to let pork come to room temperature.
8
Preheat a seasoned cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat.
9
Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil for the pasta.
10
Remove the pork medallions from the marinade and give a gentle shake to remove excess marinade.
11
Place on the grill pan.
12
Let cook 4 minutes per side or until cooked through.
13
Remove from the pan and loosely tent with aluminum foil while the meat rests.
14
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 12 minutes.
15
In a medium saute pan on medium heat, heat the oil.
16
When it begins to swirl, add the onions.
17
Season the onions with salt and pepper, and sweat until tender.
18
Add the garlic and cook another minute.
19
Add reserved marinade and stir.
20
Once combined, add the heavy cream and stir until slightly reduced and thickened, about 8 minutes.
21
Stir in the grated Parmesan, and parsley.
22
Drain the pasta and add to sauce, coating well.
23
Serve alongside pork.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 3/4 cup jarred sliced pickled banana peppers, 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, 3 tablespoons honey, 4 (1-inch thick) center cut boneless pork loin chops, and more.

Yes, Grilled Pork Medallions with Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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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Grilled Pork Medallions with Pasta

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