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Lemon Herb Pork with Broccoli: A 40 Minute Recipe

Boneless pork loin cut into pieces and sautéed with oil, garlic, oregano, basil, and lemon and served with sautéed broccoli and over spaghetti.

In this version of the recipe we are using broccoli, lemon, and herbs to create a wonderful and tasty lemon herb pork dish. This series of recipes will feature pork cooked with different types of herbs, sauces, or vegetables. What will change the most in these recipes are the complimentary ingredients. For instance, in the second version of this recipe, butter and white wine are the main complimentary ingredients.

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Lemon Herb Pork with Broccoli

Boneless pork loin cut into pieces and sautéed with oil, garlic, oregano, basil, and lemon and served with sautéed broccoli and over spaghetti.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Broccoli, Pork, spaghetti
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600kcal
Author: Invent Your Recipe
Cost: $$

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork chops cut into bit size pieces
  • 1 lb. spaghetti
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 tsp. salt for pork
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper for pork
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. dried basil
  • 4 cloves of garlic sliced
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • Juice of one lemon 1/4 cup
  • 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch salt for broccoli
  • Pinch black pepper for broccoli

Instructions

Cooking the spaghetti:

  • Follow the package instructions to cook the spaghetti al dente (7-9 minutes). Strain pasta and place in a large bowl
    1 lb. spaghetti

Preparing the pork:

  • While the spaghetti is cooking, in a large skillet add the canola oil and bring to a high heat.
    1/4 cup canola oil
  • Next, add the pork and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil. Sauté the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes total.
    4 boneless pork chops, 1/2 tsp. salt for pork, 1/4 tsp. black pepper, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder, 1/4 tsp. onion powder, 1/4 tsp. dried oregano, 1/4 tsp. dried basil
  • Finally, add the lemon juice and sauté for 2-3 minutes, mixing occasionally.
    Juice of one lemon

Preparing the broccoli:

  • While the spaghetti is cooking, in a clean skillet bring 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to high heat.
    2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • Add the sliced garlic and saute until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
    4 cloves of garlic
  • Add the broccoli florets and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Lower to medium heat and sauté until broccoli is tender, about 5-7 minutes, mixing occasionally.
    2 cups broccoli florets, Pinch salt, Pinch black pepper

To Serve:

  • Place the spaghetti in the center of a bowl and spoon the lemon herb pork with broccoli over the pasta

Notes

Invent Your Recipe:
Broccoli is a good choice for this recipe, but is just one of many good choices for vegetables. Zucchini, asparagus, spinach, green beans, yellow squash, carrots are just some additional options. Basically, if you like the vegetable, try it with this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcal
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Quick and Easy Lemon Herb Pork: A 25 Minute Recipe

Boneless pork chops cut into pieces and sautéed in a lemon butter white wine sauce and paired with brown rice and peas.

In this version, Quick and Easy Lemon Herb Pork, we are using lemon butter white wine sauce to change up this dish. This recipe is a subtle change, as the first version of this recipe calls for broccoli and spaghetti. However, a small change like this really does make a completely different dish and eating experience.

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Quick and Easy Lemon Herb Pork

Lemon herb pork sauteed in a lemon butter white wine sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brown rice, butter, lemon, peas, Pork, Pork Recipes, white wine
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Invent Your Recipe
Cost: $$

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork chops cut into bit size pieces
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. dried basil
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • Juice of one lemon 1/4 cup
  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 2 oz. white wine
  • Flour for dredging about ½ cup

Instructions

Preparing pork:

  • In a large mixing bowl add the flour. Next, dredge each piece of pork in the flour to coat and then set aside for cooking. Repeat this process until all of the pork is coated in flour.
    Flour for dredging
  • Next, in a large skillet add the canola oil and bring to a high heat.
    1/4 cup canola oil
  • Next add in some of the pork, ensuring not to crowd the skillet, and sauté on all sides until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes total).
    4 boneless pork chops
  • Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside to drain the oil. Repeat this process until all of the pork is browned.
  • Pour out any of the remaining oil from the skillet, then return the skillet to medium heat.

Bringing It All Together

  • Continuing on medium heat add the butter and melt.
    4 tbsp. butter
  • Next, return the pork to the skillet and season with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil.
    1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. black pepper, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder, 1/4 tsp. onion powder, 1/4 tsp. dried oregano, 1/4 tsp. dried basil
  • Sauté for 2 minutes, ensuring to incorporate all the ingredients by mixing occasionally.
  • Finally, add in the lemon juice and white wine and sauté for 5 minutes or until the liquid begins to thicken.
    2 oz. white wine, Juice of one lemon 1/4 cup

To Serve:

  • Serve on a bed of pasta or brown rice and with your favorite vegetable.

Notes

Invent Your Recipe: 
In this version of the recipe I am making small changes to the way the pork is prepared and seasoned. The flour coating adds a nice element of texture, and the lemon butter wine sauce adds a wonderful flavor. You can add even more depth and texture to this dish by adding complementary ingredients such as vegetables, grains, or cheese.
As you can see from the picture of the finished dish I paired the pork with a brown rice and pea mix. I have also made this pork recipe with pasta, as you can see from the first version of this recipe. If you decide to pair this version of the recipe with pasta; cook the pasta separately and add it to the pork at the end and mix well. Experiment with different combinations of complimentary ingredients until you find the flavors and textures that work the best for you.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal
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25 Minute Lemon Herb Pork with Tomatoes

Lemon Herb Pork with Tomatoes. Boneless pork chops cut into pieces and sautéed in a lemon butter herb sauce and paired with brown rice and peas. 

In this version we are using cherry tomatoes to change up this dish. This recipe has some differences, as the first version of this recipe calls for broccoli and spaghetti. 

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Lemon Herb Pork with Tomatoes

Lemon Herb Pork with Tomatoes. Boneless pork chops cut into pieces and sautéed with butter, garlic, tomatoes, and herbs.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basil, butter, Pork, Tomatoes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 397kcal
Author: Invent Your Recipe
Cost: $$

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork chops cut into bit size pieces
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 2 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp. dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp. dried basil
  • Juice of one lemon or 1/4 cup lemon juice

Instructions

Preparing the Pork:

  • In a large skillet on medium heat add the butter and melt. Raise to high heat and add the pork, salt, and ground black pepper.
  • Sauté the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 7 minutes.

Bringing the Recipe Together:

  • Continuing on high heat, add in the garlic, tomatoes, basil, and oregano. Sauté for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
  • Finally, add in the lemon juice and sauté for 3 minutes, mixing occasionally.

How to Serve Lemon Herb Pork with Tomatoes:

  • Serve the lemon herb pork with tomatoes as the main entrée and pair with a green vegetable of your favorite grain.

Notes

Invent Your Recipe:
For this recipe, lemon herb pork with tomatoes, I am using cherry tomatoes. You could also use cut up plum tomatoes or a can of diced tomatoes. If you do not like tomatoes, try roasted red peppers or sun dried tomatoes instead.
I have made this recipe before with chicken, beef, shrimp, and scallops. The cooking time will vary depending on the meat you use, but I can say the above protein will work nicely in this dish.
If you are looking for some more flavor or spice, feel free to add in what you like. Try some red pepper flakes or chili powder. How about some peppers and onions to sauté with the dish? Use the ingredients that you have on hand or really enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 397kcal
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