Ingredients

  • 2 lbs swiss chard
  • 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves
  • lemon, zest of, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled
  • 32 ounces center-cut pork chops, 4-8 ounce each
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch fresh ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon water

Method

  • Trim off ends of Swiss chard stems, tear off leaves from stems, roughly chop leaves and thinly slice stems.
  • In a medium bowl, combine 2 t of the oil, half of the garlic,the lemon zest, and the rosemary. Add the pork chops and turn to coat. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium high heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or just until cooked through (do not overcook). Transfer pork chops to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
  • Wipe out the skillet. add the remaining 2 T of oil and heat over medium heat. Add remaining garlic and cook, stirring, 30 seconds.
  • Add Swiss Chard stems and cook, stirring, 1-2 minutes. Add leaves and water; toss to coat.
  • Cover and cook until leaves are wilted, 3-4 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve pork chops with their juices and the chard on the side.