Spiced Pork Chops with Warm Arugula and Orange Pasta
Total Time30minutes
Servings4Servings
Calories378kcal
Ingredients
4oz.cavatelli
8boneless pork loin fast fry pork chopseach 2 oz.
1tsp.each ground cumin and paprika
1/2tsp.dried oregano
1/4tsp.each salt and pepper
2tbsp.olive oil
1onionchopped
1jalapeño pepperseeded and finely chopped
2clovesgarlicminced
1/2cup/4 oz. low-sodium chicken broth
1/2cup/4 oz. orange juice
2tbsp.lime juice
2cups/2 oz. baby arugula
1naval orangesegmented and chopped (about 7 oz.)
2tbsp.finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook cavatelli according to package directions; drain and reserve 2 tbsp. cooking liquid.
Meanwhile, season pork chops with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt and pepper. Heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook pork, in batches, for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer to plate.
In same skillet, cook onion, jalapeño and garlic for about 5 minutes or until starting to soften. Stir in broth, orange juice and lime juice; bring to boil.
Return pork chops to skillet; add cavatelli, reserved pasta liquid, arugula, orange segments and 1 tbsp. parsley to skillet. Toss well; cook until sauce thickens and clings to pasta.
Divide pasta among plates. Top each with two pork chops and sprinkle with remaining parsley.
Recipe Notes
Tips:
Substitute cilantro for parsley.
Substitute 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper for jalapeño pepper.