CURRIED APRICOT PORK CHOPS

Curried Apricot Pork Chops image

A fresh fruit glaze that's both sweet and savory turns these tender pork chops into a dish pretty enough to serve for a special night in. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons apricot nectar
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons apricot preserves
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup sliced fresh apricots
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; set aside., Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a small nonstick skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove and keep warm., Add apricots and onions to the pan; saute until onions are tender. Stir in nectar mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges