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Protein Garlic Butter Chops Recipe

Emily Carter
A rich, savory vegan chop dish loaded with garlic butter flavor and solid protein, perfect for effortless comfort dinners.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Vegan protein chops soy or pea-based: 2 pieces (120 g each)
  • Vegan butter: 1½ tbsp
  • Olive oil: 1 tsp
  • Garlic minced: 1½ tsp
  • Unsweetened soy milk: ¼ cup
  • Nutritional yeast: 1 tbsp
  • Lemon juice: 1 tsp
  • Black pepper: ½ tsp
  • Salt: ½ tsp
  • Fresh parsley chopped: 1 tbsp

Instructions
 

  • Heat skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sear protein chops for 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove chops, melt vegan butter, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  • Add soy milk, nutritional yeast, pepper, salt, and lemon juice, stirring smoothly.
  • Simmer sauce for 3 minutes until lightly thick and glossy.
  • Return chops, spoon sauce generously, and cook five minutes for full flavor absorption.
  • Finish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 31 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 19%
  • Calcium: 17%
  • Potassium: 14%
  • Magnesium: 12%
  • Vitamin B6: 15%

Additional Notes / Tips

Add chili flakes for heat, roasted mushrooms for depth, or finish with zest for brightness and attitude.