Apricot Pork with Garlic Green Beans

By hkisilywicz

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 4 1/2 -inch-thick pork rib chops
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 4 apricots, pitted and cut in wedges
• 2 Tbsp. honey
• 3 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 lb. green beans, trimmed, if desired

Details

Adapted from bhg.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In an extra-large nonstick skillet heat the oil over medium-high heat; lower heat to medium. Lightly sprinkle chops with salt and pepper. Cook chops in hot oil for 5 minutes, turning once. Add apricots, honey and garlic to chops in skillet; cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until apricots are tender and pork is slightly pink in center.

2. Meanwhile, in a 2-quart microwave-safe dish combine beans and 1/4 cup water. Cook, covered, on 100 percent (high) power 6 minutes, stirring once; drain.

3. To serve, spoon cooking juices from skillet over pork, apricots, and beans. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts

* Calories 295,
* Total Fat (g) 14,
* Saturated Fat (g) 4,
* Monounsaturated Fat (g) 7,
* Polyunsaturated Fat (g) 2,
* Cholesterol (mg) 57,
* Sodium (mg) 207,
* Carbohydrate (g) 20,
* Total Sugar (g) 13,
* Fiber (g) 4,
* Protein (g) 22,
* Vitamin C (DV%) 34,
* Calcium (DV%) 7,
* Iron (DV%) 11,
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet