Citrus Chops

A quick-braised dish for a great weekday meal. Serve with rice pilaf and a spinach salad.

Recipe Ingredients:

4 pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick
1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1 tablespoon orange peel
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Cooking Directions:

1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Add pork chops and brown on one side over medium heat; turn chops and add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): Calories 180 calories Protein 23 grams Fat 8 grams Sodium 45 milligrams Cholesterol 65 milligrams Saturated Fat 2 grams Carbohydrates 2 grams Fiber 0 grams.

Recipe provided courtesy of National Pork Board.