APRICOT-PECAN GLAZED PORK CHOPS

Apricot-Pecan Glazed Pork Chops image

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

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Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

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