CAESAR PORK CHOPS & PASTA

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This one-skillet dish has it all: Parmesan-crusted pork chops, wilted spinach and penne pasta in a garlicky Caesar dressing.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

1cup penne pasta, uncooked
2 bone-in pork chops (3/4 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
1/4cup KRAFT Classic Caesar Dressing, divided
1/2cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
1cup tightly packed baby spinach leaves
2cloves garlic, minced
1/2cup halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • COOK pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • 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 (160ºF). Transfer to plate; cover to keep warm.
  • 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.

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