Garlic Herb Butter-Basted Pork , Cheesy Cajun Smashed Potatoes & Roasted Bell Peppers.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

Trim off any excess fat from the pork chops to help the seasoning stick better.

Wash the pork chops with lemon to clean them, then set aside to drain.

Prep assorted bell peppers by washing them with salt and cutting them into medium-sized sticks.

Rinse the potatoes to remove dirt and unwanted residue, then put them to boil with about 2 teaspoons of salt.

Pat the pork chops dry to ensure they are completely dry for a good sear.

Sprinkle the pork chops with garlic powder, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, all-purpose seasoning, and black pepper, ensuring to season generously on all sides.

Let the pork chops marinate while prepping the bell peppers and garlic.

Crush some garlic and chop some finely for use in different parts of the dish.

Heat olive oil in a skillet, add garlic cloves, and sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on one side.

Flip the pork chops and sear for another 3 minutes on the other side.

Check the internal temperature of the pork chops, ensuring they reach 145°F for tenderness and juiciness.

Prepare a glaze with soy sauce and honey, optionally adding Dijon mustard for extra depth, and bring it to a boil until reduced.

After searing, add butter, rosemary, and more garlic to the skillet with the pork chops for the final stage of cooking for about 1-2 minutes.

Smash the boiled potatoes and apply a topping of olive oil, melted butter, chopped garlic, and Cajun seasoning before placing them in the oven.

Top the smashed potatoes with mozzarella and cheddar cheese before serving.

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