SWEET CHERRY PORK CHOPS

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I make pork chops often, so I like to experiment with different ideas. I dreamed up this recipe using ingredients that I had on hand. The cherry-orange sauce makes these chops special enough for guests. -Shannon Mink, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup orange juice
3/4 cup pitted sweet cherries, halved
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup cherry preserves
4 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on both sides; drain. Add the orange juice, cherries and onions to skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove chops and keep warm. , Stir preserves into pan juices. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.