This is SPICY. The pork chops and potatoes come out very tender and EXTREMELY flavorful.
Ingredients
1/2 Tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/2 Tablespoon onion powder
1/2 Tablespoon black pepper
1/2 Tablespoon garlic powder
2 thick, center cut pork chops, trimmed of all visible fat
3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 large baking potatoes, cut into cubes
4 cloves garlic, minced
salt
Rinse the pork chops with water, pat dry. In a pie pan, mix together the cumin, red pepper, onion powder, black pepper, and garlic powder. Coat the pork chops on all sides with the spice mixture. Sprinkle with salt to your taste preference. Let set at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes.
In a large bowl, toss together the potatoes, garlic, and 1 Tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with salt to your taste preference.
Preheat oven to 400. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a skillet, heat the remaining 2 Tablespoons of olive oil on medium high heat. Place the pork chops into the hot oil and sear on both sides until golden brown.
Place the pork chops into the middle of the prepared baking dish. Surround the pork chops with the potatoes. Cover with foil.
Bake for 20 minutes covered. Remove foil and set it aside. Bake for an additional 20 minutes uncovered. Reduce heat to 375, cover with the saved sheet of foil, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Potatoes should be tender.
