Meal Kit
Smoky Chipotle Pork Chop
with spiced zucchini
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 6 days

Contains: Milk, Eggs
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbsOver 30g protein
- Keto-Friendly
- Gluten-Smart

Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Pork Chops
- 2 Zucchini
- 1 Lime
- 1 Shallot
- 1 oz. Pepitas
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- 1 tsp. Chile and Cumin Rub
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories590
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Carbohydrates16g
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Net Carbs11g
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Fat40g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1200mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/2” half-moons. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.
Halve lime. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.Coarsely crush pepitas in shipping bag.Peel and halve shallot. Slice thinly.Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for vegetables) and 1/4 tsp. pepper. -
2 Toast the Pepitas
Line a plate with a paper towel.
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add pepitas and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Stir often until lightly toasted, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner. Transfer pepitas to towel-lined plate. Reserve pan; no need to wipe clean. -
3 Cook the Pork Chops
Return pan used to toast pepitas to medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add pork chops to hot pan and cook until golden-brown and pork chops reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 3-5 minutes per side.
Pork thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner chop, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.Remove from burner. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil. Rest, 3 minutes.While pork cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Cook the Vegetables
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add zucchini to hot pan and stir occasionally until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes.
Add shallots, chile and cumin rub, and remaining garlic salt. Stir occasionally until vegetables are tender, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner.While vegetables cook, continue recipe. -
5 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and pesto (to taste). Cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave covered until melted, 10-15 seconds.
Carefully remove from microwave. Vigorously stir in 1 tsp. lime juice, mayonnaise, and a pinch of salt until combined. Set aside.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pork chop with sauce (to taste) and garnishing vegetables with toasted pepitas. Squeeze lime wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!
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