Who likes beans? I was always a huge fan of green beans as a kid but I really didn't like many other types. However, as I got older I realized how delicious beans were and started putting them in a lot of different dishes. This week Sunday Supper is sharing all of our Beantastic recipes!
Pork chop night is never a favorite at our house. I have a hard time figuring out what to do with pork chops. I'm not sure why as I have a ton of ideas for other types of meat. I usually go for just pan frying the pork chops or baking them in the oven. So when I found a recipe for pork chops cooked with spinach and beans, basically a one pot meal, I was willing to try it.
The pork chops are sauteed in a pan with garlic and herbs until they are cooked through. Then they are removed to a plate while the beans and spinach are cooked. After the vegetables are cooked the pork chops are returned to the pan and everything is cooked together until hot.
I really ended up liking these pork chops. They had a great herb flavor and the balsamic vinegar adds a ton of flavor. The beans and spinach are refreshing in a bright lemon sauce. The meal pairs wonderfully together and is great served with a bit of crusty bread.

Tuscan Style Garlic Herb Pork Chops
A one pan meal with pork chops in an herb vinaigrette served along with lemony spinach and beans.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon sage leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 c. baby spinach, stems removed
- ½ c. thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan.
- Sprinkle the pork chops with the salt and pepper. Add the pork chops and cook for 3 minutes on each side.
- Add the sage, rosemary, thyme, parsley, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for 2 minutes. Remove the pork chops and herb mixture to a plate.
- Add the lemon juice, cannellini beans, and baby spinach to the saurte pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the spinach begins to wilt.
- Add the pork chops and accumulated juices back to the pan on top of the beans and spinach and cook for 3-4 additional minutes.
- Sprinkle with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Adapted from Cooking Light
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Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
A healthy way to get my pork and beans fix. I love it!!
Tara
Pork chops and beans are perfect together in this delicious looking recipe, nicely done!!
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm
I love one pot meals and I have a freezer full of pork. Thanks for the new recipe.
Christie
Love the added flavor of vinegar.
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook
You can't go wrong with a one pot meal! Great recipe this week.
all inclusive italy vacations
I adore meals like this! Colorful and vibrant and so full of lovely "Italian" flavors !
Kimberly
I love everything about this recipe ... these are some of my favorite flavors! What a great weeknight meal!
Amanda
Anything with garlic and herb in the title instantly has my attention lol... looks so GOOD!
Diana @DandelionGreensBlog
This sounds so delicious! Love all the fresh herbs and balsamic addition!
Liz
This looks like a meal my family would love! Pork chops, spinach and beans for the win!
Tammi @Momma's Meals
What a fabulous combination! I'm also always looking for new ways to cook pork chops, I would never have thought of adding beans! Thanks for the new idea.
Jen
What a great family meal!
Renee
A great combo of pork and beans without being "pork and beans". Yum!