Keto Pork Chops with Asparagus
Keto Pork Chops with Asparagus offer a deliciously simple yet elegant meal that combines juicy, perfectly seasoned pork chops with crisp asparagus. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also fits seamlessly into your low-carb lifestyle. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season pork chops generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer seared pork chops to the baking sheet; arrange asparagus around them. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Top each chop with butter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with asparagus (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with additional olive oil or coconut oil. Feel free to swap asparagus for other low-carb vegetables like zucchini or green beans.