Meal Kit
Creamed Spinach Pork Chop
with buttered carrots and almonds
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 6 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk
-
Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbs
Chef
Laura Alpern
Looking for something on the lighter side? In 5 easy steps, this low carb meal comes together so easy during your busy week. From creamy spinach atop a savory pork chop to the sweet carrots and crunchy almonds, this low calorie meal is jam packed with flavor without the heaviness!
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 16 oz. Carrot
- 12 oz. Boneless Pork Chops
- 2 oz. Baby Spinach
-
2 oz. Cream Cheese
-
⅗ oz. Butter
-
½ oz. Sliced Almonds
-
½ oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- ½ tsp. Garlic Pepper
- 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.
-
Nutrition (per serving) EOdpV2OG
-
Calories620
-
Carbohydrates24g
-
Net Carbs17g
-
Fat38g
-
Protein45g
-
Sodium1290mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 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
-
If using chicken breasts, follow same instructions as pork chops in Step 2, cooking until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
-
If using sirloin steaks or NY strip steak, follow same instructions as pork chops in Step 2, cooking until steaks reach desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
-
1 Prepare the Ingredients
Peel, trim, and cut carrots into 1/4" slices on an angle.
Coarsely chop spinach.Mince garlic. -
2 Cook the Pork Chops
Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with garlic pepper and 1/4 tsp. salt.
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add pork chops to hot pan and cook until golden brown and 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. Tent with foil. Rest, 3 minutes.Wipe pan clean and reserve.While pork cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Cook the Carrots
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Add 1 tsp. olive oil and carrots to hot pan. Stir often until softened, 3-5 minutes.Add 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook until water is mostly evaporated and carrots are tender, 4-6 minutes.Uncover and stir in butter, garlic salt, and a pinch of pepper. -
4 Make the Creamed Spinach
Return pan used to cook pork chops to medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.
Add garlic to hot pan. Stir occasionally until fragrant and lightly browned, 1-2 minutes.Add spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan, 1/4 cup water, and a pinch of pepper. Bring to a simmer.Once simmering, stir constantly until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner. -
5 Finish the Dish
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing carrots with almonds and topping pork chops with creamed spinach. Bon appétit!
Home Chef is a meal kit delivery service - order and receive home food delivery weekly. Choose from 21 fresh recipes featuring steak, chicken, pork, fish, vegetarian options, and beyond to meet your cooking needs each week.
