Spice up your dinner with these Jalapeno Smothered Pork Chops. A flavorful combination of pork chops, cream cheese, and jalapenos creates a dish that’s both savory and spicy.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Servings: 6
For the Pork Chops:
- 6 pork chops
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons salsa verde
For the Filling:
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup salsa verde
- 1/3 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapenos
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- Cooked bacon, chopped
- Raw jalapenos, sliced
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, create a mixture of olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and salsa verde.
- Coat each pork chop with the flavorful mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
- Preheat the grill and cook the pork chops for about three minutes on each side or until they are just cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, combine softened cream cheese, jalapenos, shredded cheese, and salsa verde to create a spicy filling.
- Place a generous portion of the cream cheese mixture on top of each pork chop.
- Sprinkle chopped bacon, sliced raw jalapenos, and additional cheddar cheese on top.
- Close the grill lid and cook until the cheese melts to perfection.
- Serve these Spicy Jalapeno-Glazed Pork Chops immediately for a taste sensation.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: Approximately 350
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fat: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
The nutritional information provided is an approximation and may vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients used and the sizes of portions served.
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer jalapenos.
- Ensure the grill is hot before cooking for that perfect sear.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties for unique flavor combinations.