Pork Chops and Chile

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 jalapeno, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup chicken stock

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Combine the oregano, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the mixture onto the pork chops.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side.
4. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the bell pepper, onion, jalapeno, and garlic and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the tomatoes, potatoes, and chicken stock. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
7. Return the pork chops to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through.
8. Serve the pork chops and vegetables with the sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Pork chops are a great source of protein and can be cooked in a variety of ways.
• Chile peppers contain capsaicin, which gives them their spicy flavor and can also help reduce inflammation.
• Roasting potatoes is a great way to bring out their natural flavor and get a crispy texture.