Express
Premium
Creamy Pepperoncini Pork Medallions
with cheddar bacon smashed potatoes
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk
-
Over 30g protein

Chef
Laura Alpern
Stressed about getting dinner on the table in a timely manner? Sick of hearing, “How much longer until dinner is ready?” Well, you’re in luck! Our Express meals have been tested by our culinary team to ensure prep and cook time are nothing to worry about. Enjoy a wide variety of delicious and healthy meals that are quick-cooking to save you time in the kitchen. Time is less with Express.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Pork Tenderloin Medallions
- 12 oz. Red Potatoes
-
-
- 1 oz. Crumbled Bacon
- 2 Green Onions
- ½ oz. Sliced Banana Peppers
- 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
- ½ tsp. Potato Spice Seasoning
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) o30Nvzq0
-
Calories630
-
Carbohydrates39g
-
Net Carbs35g
-
Fat32g
-
Protein51g
-
Sodium1450mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 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 antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
-
If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches 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
Trim and thinly slice green onions on an angle, keeping white and green portions separate.
Rinse and drain banana peppers. Finely chop.Add potatoes and 1 Tbsp. water to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave covered until potatoes are tender and can easily be pierced with a knife, 4-6 minutes.Larger potatoes may need extra time.Carefully remove bowl from microwave and drain any excess water.While potatoes microwave, continue recipe. -
2 Cook the Pork
Pat pork medallions dry and season all over with garlic pepper and a pinch of salt.
If you receive a whole pork tenderloin, pat dry and, on a separate cutting board, slice into medallions, 3/4"-thick.Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add pork medallions to hot pan and cook until pork reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 3-5 minutes per side.Pork medallion thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner medallion, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.Remove from burner. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil. Rest, 3 minutes.Wipe pan clean and reserve.While pork rests, continue recipe. -
3 Cook the Potatoes
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add microwaved potatoes to hot pan and gently press down with a spatula (or other flat utensil) to lightly smash the skins and create a flat surface. Cook until browned, 2-3 minutes on one side.
Flip potatoes, add bacon, and cook until potatoes are slightly crispy, 2-3 minutes.Season with potato spice seasoning and a pinch of salt. Add cheese and let melt, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner. -
4 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
Return pan used to cook pork to medium heat. Add cream base, banana peppers (to taste), white portions of green onions, and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir occasionally until slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing potatoes with green portions of green onions and topping pork with sauce. 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.