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APRICOT-GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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This is a great recipe given to me by a close friend who never has enough time to cook for her family. It's quick and easy to prepare and cook, allowing you to have a yummy dinner on the table in no time. The sauce goes very well with a side of rice, too. Enjoy!

Provided by EV9/24/06

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup apricot preserves
⅓ cup fruity white wine, such as Gewurztraminer
½ teaspoon ground ginger
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless pork chops, 1/2 inch thick

Steps:

  • Mix the apricot preserves, wine, and ground ginger together in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the pork chops and cook until brown on each side, and no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chops from the skillet. Reduce heat to medium low. Using the same skillet, pour in the apricot preserves mixture and simmer until thickened, about 4 minutes. Return pork chops to the skillet, turning to coat each side in the sauce; cook 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 63.1 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 54.2 mg, Sugar 13 g

APRICOT GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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I've served these tasty apricot pork chops for birthdays, Easter dinner and for no special reason at all. They're easy to double or even triple to feed a crowd. -Sondra Warson, Madrid, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2/3 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the preserves, dressing and mustard. Pour 3/4 cup marinade into a large resealable bag; add the pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. , Grill chops, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting frequently with reserved marinade. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein.

ASIAN-APRICOT GLAZED PORK LOIN CHOPS



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This recipe is based on one that was from my Grandmother's handwritten recipe note-cards. Over the years I've played with it and ended up with this Asian-inspired version.

Provided by Berts Kitchen Witch

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless pork loin chops
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1 large white onion
2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 garlic cloves (minced finely)
3/4 cup apricot nectar
2/3 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons light soy sauce

Steps:

  • Chop onion.
  • Mix together the 1/4 tsp of salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and the Ginger.
  • Season loin chops with the spice mixture.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat, and add the 2 TBS of oil.
  • Brown the onion and the loin chops for approximately 5 minutes per side.
  • Mix together all the remaining ingredients in a bowl.
  • When loin chops are browned on both sides, add the sauce mixture.
  • Simmer on medium-low heat for approximately 15-20 minutes, until pork is done to an internal temperature of 170 degrees and sauce is reduced and thickened.
  • Taste sauce (say Yum) and add more pepper or soy sauce to taste, if desired.
  • Serve over steamed white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.4, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 1007.8, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 31.4, Protein 42.1

APRICOT-GLAZED PORK CHOPS WITH STUFFING



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Our apricot-glazed pork chops with stuffing recipe is elegant enough for company-and ready to serve in less than a half hour.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Pork
6 boneless pork chops (1-1/2 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
6 Tbsp. apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425ºF.
  • Prepare stuffing as directed on package.
  • Place chops on foil-covered baking sheet; spread with preserves. Top with stuffing.
  • Bake 15 min. or until stuffing is golden brown and chops are done (145ºF). Remove from oven. Let stand 3 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g

APRICOT GLAZED SLOW-COOKER PORK CHOPS



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Cooking slow-cooker pork chops with an apricot-mustard sauce seems tricky. But you can make these Apricot Glazed Slow-Cooker Pork Chops any day!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 5h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 acorn squash (2 lb.), cut lengthwise in half, seeded
1 large onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
6 bone-in pork chops (2-1/4 lb.), 1/2 inch thick
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup apricot jam
1 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Cut each squash half into 3 wedges; place in slow cooker. Top with onions, garlic and chops. Mix broth, jam, mustard, thyme and pepper until blended; pour over chops. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 5 to 6 hours (or on HIGH 2-1/2 to 3 hours). Transfer chops and vegetables to platter; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim and discard excess fat from liquid in slow cooker. Add enough water to reserved liquid to measure 1-3/4 cups; pour into medium saucepan. Mix cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until blended. Add to liquid in saucepan; mix well. Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1 min. or until thickened. Spoon over chops and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 14 g, Protein 25 g

APRICOT GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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Make and share this Apricot Glazed Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories     Pork

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup apricot jam
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 (2 lb) pork chops, 1-inch thick
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to med-hot fire.
  • In a small pan, combine the jam and vinegar. Over a low heat, cook until jam melts. Stir the mixture constantly.
  • Add the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, cayenne pepper. Remove from heat. Separate the glaze into 2 small containers, and set aside. (One will be to glaze the pork chops as they are cooking, and the other will be to put on your chops at the table).
  • Trim pork chops. Lightly brush chops with oil.
  • Add pepper.
  • Place chops on a well-oiled grill.
  • Brush glaze on one side of chops, flip over chops, and cook 2-3 minutes.
  • Brush glaze on the other side, flip the chops over, and cook 2-3 more minutes on that side. (Throw the leftover glaze from this dish away).
  • Cut center to check for doneness. You want a light pink blush near the bone.
  • Add salt at the table.
  • Use remaining container of glaze on chops at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2017.3, Fat 115.3, SaturatedFat 39.9, Cholesterol 607.8, Sodium 912.5, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 29.6, Protein 183.8

APRICOT GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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Categories     Pork

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
4 (4-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/3 cup apricot preserves
1/3 cup riesling or other slightly sweet white wine
1/2 teaspoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over pork. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add pork. Cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove pork from pan, and keep warm. Combine preserves, wine, and ginger in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add preserves mixture to pan; simmer 4 minutes or until mixture thickens. Return pork to pan; cook 1 minute, turning to coat.

APRICOT-GLAZED GRILLED PORK CHOPS RECIPE - (4.8/5)



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Provided by á-48383

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 C white wine
1/3 C apricot preserves
1 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
salt
4 bone-in center-cut pork chops (3 lbs)
1 T vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. In small pot, combine wine, preserves, thyme and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until reduced by half. Set aside to cool. 2. Preheat a gas grill to medium-high. Rub chops with oil and sprinkle with salt. Grill for 10 minutes, turning once. Continue to cook, basting with glaze several times, until and instant read thermometer inserted into center of chop registers 140 degrees, 6-8, minutes longer. Let chops rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before serving.

APRICOT-PECAN GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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Is there any kind of glazed fruit that doesn't taste great with pork chops? We know apricot does, as this dish with preserves and pecans proves.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp. oil
4 bone-in pork chops (1-1/2 lb.), 3/4 inch thick
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped onions
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup brewed strong MAXWELL HOUSE Coffee
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/3 cup apricot preserves
3 Tbsp. HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Season chops with pepper. Add to skillet; cook 3 min. on each side or until browned on both sides. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • Add onions to skillet; cook 2 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic; cook and stir 1 min. Add all remaining ingredients except chops and nuts; stir. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 5 min. or until sauce is thickened.
  • Return chops to skillet; turn to evenly coat with sauce. Simmer 2 min. or until chops are done (145ºF). Remove from heat. Let stand 3 min. before serving topped with sauce and nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 90 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

APRICOT-GLAZED PORK CHOPS IN SLOW COOKER



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Categories     Pork

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 C. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 C. apricot whole-fruit preserves
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 Tbsp ketchup
1" or thicker pork-loin chops with bone in

Steps:

  • Coat the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick spray. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, apricot preserves, garlic and ketchup. Stir to blend well. Blot pork chops with paper towels, brush each side with sauce and place in the bottom of slow cooker. If chops must stack in more than one layer to fit, coat first layer with more sauce before adding remaining chops. Pour remaining sauce over chops. Cover and cook on low until meat is fork tender, 6-8 hours. Remove from the pot and serve.

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Apricot glazed pork chops recipes are definitely highly sought-after for its unique and delicious combination of flavors that go really well together. This dish is a mouth-watering and satisfying option that is perfect for any meal – breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

What are Apricot Glazed Pork Chops?

Apricot glazed pork chops are a dish consisting of pork chops that are coated with a sweet and tangy apricot glaze made up of apricot preserves, honey, soy sauce and vinegar. The pork chops are pan fried and generously brushed with the apricot glaze for exceptional taste and texture. The result is a flavorful main course that is enticing and succulent.

Ingredients

To prepare apricot glazed pork chops, you will need several essential ingredients, which include:
  • 4 bone-in pork chops at 1 1/2 inch each
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup apricot preserves
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 minced garlic clove

Preparation

The preparation of apricot glazed pork chops is a straightforward process that is quick and easy to follow. Follow the steps below to cook up a perfect meal at home.
Step 1: Season the pork chops
Begin by seasoning the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides, before rinsing them with cold water and patting them dry using paper towels.
Step 2: Prepare the glaze
Next, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the apricot preserves, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Mix well until the mixture is smooth.
Step 3: Heat the skillet and add oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it becomes hot.
Step 4: Sear the pork chops
Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side. If you want a crispier texture, increase the cooking time.
Step 5: Brush with the glaze
Once the pork chops are seared, decrease the temperature of the skillet to low heat. Brush the pork chops generously with the apricot glaze and let them cook for 2-3 minutes. Repeat the process, as desired, until you get the desired amount of glaze the pork chops will have.
Step 6: Plate and serve
Once the pork chops are done, remove them from the skillet and place them on a serving platter. Go ahead and brush them with the extra glaze while you're at it. Serve with your choice of sides and enjoy!

Conclusion

In conclusion, apricot glazed pork chop recipes are a great way to add some flair to your meals with an unusual flavor combination that will leave your taste buds longing for more. With simple ingredients and a quick cooking time, you can prepare this meal with ease from your own kitchen. Impress your guests or even just your family with this exquisite and scrumptious recipe that is sure to make any mealtime extra special.

Apricot glazed pork chops recipe is an easy and delicious dish to prepare. The dish is simple and requires minimal ingredients. In this guide, we will provide you with valuable tips when making this dish to ensure that you achieve the best possible outcome.

Tips for selecting pork chops

The first step in preparing this dish is selecting quality pork chops. When selecting pork chops, ensure that you choose thick cuts with a good amount of marbling. The marbling is essential as it ensures that the meat is tender and juicy.

When purchasing pork, choose pork from a reputable source. Consider purchasing local and organic pork as it tends to be of better quality than commercially raised pork.

Check the expiration date on the pork package to ensure that it is fresh.

Tips for marinating the pork chops

Marinating is an essential step in preparing apricot glazed pork chops. A good marinade will infuse the pork with flavors and make it more tender.

When marinating the pork chops, ensure that the marinade is well balanced. The marinade should contain both acidic and sweet flavors to complement the sweetness of the apricot glaze.

It is recommended to marinate the pork chops overnight in the refrigerator. Keep the pork chops covered to prevent them from drying out and remove them from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature.

Tips for preparing the apricot glaze

The apricot glaze is the key to making the dish flavorful and delicious. Here are some valuable tips for preparing the apricot glaze:

  • Use fresh apricots if possible. Fresh apricots have a better flavor than canned apricots.
  • Ensure that you cook the apricots until they are soft before adding them to the other ingredients. This ensures that the apricots will blend well with the other ingredients to form a smooth glaze.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the apricot glaze to balance the sweetness.
  • When brushing the glaze onto the pork chops, ensure that you brush it evenly to ensure that each chop is well coated.

Tips for cooking the pork chops

Cooking the pork chops correctly is crucial to achieving the best possible results. Here are some valuable tips for cooking the pork chops:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
  • Take the pork chops out of the marinade and let them come to room temperature before cooking.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of oil.
  • Sear the pork chops for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are browned.
  • Transfer the pork chops to a baking sheet and brush them with the apricot glaze.
  • Bake the pork chops in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  • Rest the pork chops for about 5-10 minutes before serving.

Tips for serving the dish

The apricot glazed pork chops can be served with a variety of sides. Here are some tips for serving the dish:

  • Pair the dish with a green vegetable such as broccolini or asparagus to balance the sweetness.
  • Serve the dish with a starch such as rice or mashed potatoes to absorb the delicious flavors of the glaze.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley to add color and freshness.

Conclusion

Preparing apricot glazed pork chops is an easy and delicious dish to prepare. By following the above tips, you can ensure that you achieve the best possible outcome. Remember to choose quality pork chops, marinate them overnight, prepare the apricot glaze correctly, cook the pork chops correctly, and serve them with the right sides. With these tips, you can prepare a delicious meal that your family and friends will love.

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