Lemon Pecan Pork Chops

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
• 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
• 2 to 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• Fresh lemon slices (optional)

Instructions

1. Sprinkle both sides of chops with garlic salt and lemon-pepper.
2. Heat butter or margarine in large skillet over medium heat. Add chops; brown 5—7 minutes per side or until pork is tender. Remove chops to serving plate. Sprinkle with pecans; keep warm.
3. Stir lemon juice into drippings in skillet; heat for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Spoon over cooked chops; sprinkle with lemon peel.
4. Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.