Caesar Pork Chops and Pasta
Prep
15-30 mins
Total
30 MIN
Servings
2 Servings
Ingredients
1 cup
penne pasta, uncooked
2
bone-in pork chops (3/4 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup
KRAFT Classic Caesar Dressing, divided
1/2 cup
Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
1 cup
tightly packed baby spinach leaves
2 cloves
garlic, minced
1/2 cup
halved cherry tomatoes
Instructions
Step 1
Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
Step 2
Meanwhile, heat large nonstick skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until very hot. Top chops evenly with 2 Tbsp. dressing and 1/4 cup cheese; press cheese into dressing to secure. Add chops, cheese sides down, to skillet; cook 4 min. on each side or until done (145ºF). Transfer to plate; cover to keep warm.
Step 3
Drain pasta; add to skillet with spinach and garlic. Cook and stir 1 min. or just until spinach is wilted. Stir in remaining dressing, cheese and tomatoes; cook and stir 1 min. or until heated through. Serve with chops.