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title: Pan-Seared Pork Chops
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/pan-seared-pork-chops-5581ab82f8b25e51498b456b
servings: 2
time required: 30 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Milk
tags:
  - Quick
  - Grain
  - Pork
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 1900
source_chef: Recipe Development Team
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Grain%20Recipes/Grits/pan-seared-pork-chops.avif"
---

Cut @pineapple{1%unit} into ¼-inch cubes, mince @shallot{1%unit}, zest and halve @lime{1%unit}, chop @cilantro{1%unit}, and mince @serrano pepper{1%unit} (removing seeds if less heat is desired).

In a #small bowl{}, combine the pineapple, lime zest, half the cilantro, half the serrano pepper, and 1 tablespoon minced shallot. Season with salt and pepper to make the relish.

In a #small pot{}, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-low heat. Meanwhile, heat ½ tablespoon @olive oil{1%tbsp} in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Season @pork chops{2%pieces} on both sides with salt and pepper. Add to the pan and cook 4-6 minutes per side, until cooked to desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest ~{5%minutes}.

Add @grits{1%cup} to the boiling water and simmer, covered, for ~{5%minutes}, until tender. Stir in 1 tablespoon @butter{1%tbsp}, @cheddar cheese{½%cup}, and the remaining serrano pepper, to taste. Cook another ~{1%minute}, until flavors have melded. Season with salt and pepper.

Thinly slice the rested pork chops against the grain. In a #large bowl{}, toss @watercress{1%unit} with a squeeze of lime juice, ½ tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Plate the spicy cheddar grits and top with the sliced pork, pineapple-serrano relish, and a side of dressed watercress. Garnish with the remaining cilantro.