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Weeknight Pork Chop Parmesan
with gemelli marinara
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Laura Alpern
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Pork Chops
- 8 oz. Marinara Sauce
- 8 oz. Cooked Gemelli
- 1 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
- 1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
- 0.71 oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tsp. Italian Seasoning Blend
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories780
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Carbohydrates56g
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Net Carbs52g
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Fat38g
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Protein52g
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Sodium1590mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Plate
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 antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Pork Chops
Combine breadcrumbs, grated cheese, and a pinch of salt on a plate. Spread into an even layer.
Pat pork chops dry. Season both sides with Italian seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper.Place pork onto plate with breadcrumbs mixture and flip until coated on both sides, pressing gently to adhere. -
2 Cook the Pork Chops
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp. olive oil.
Add pork to hot pan. Cook until golden-brown and pork reaches 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. -
3 Add the Sauce and Cheese
Evenly top pork in hot pan with 1/4 the marinara (reserve remaining for pasta) and shredded cheese. Cover and cook until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.
Remove form burner. Rest, 3 minutes.While pork cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Heat Pasta and Finish Dish
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine pasta, remaining marinara, butter, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Cover with a damp paper towel.
Microwave covered until heated through, 2-3 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave and stir to combine.Plate dish as pictured on front of card. Bon appétit!
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