Caribbean Pork Chops with Apricot Sauce
Transform your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean by trying these succulent Caribbean Pork Chops with Apricot Sauce! This recipe combines juicy, bone-in pork chops seasoned with a bold blend of island-inspired spices—think allspice, thyme, and smoked paprika—before being expertly seared and baked to perfection. The pièce de résistance is the sweet and tangy apricot sauce, made with apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lime juice for a zesty finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick yet impressive weeknight meal or a tropical-themed dinner party. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and serve alongside rice or roasted vegetables for a complete, flavor-packed feast! Keywords: Caribbean pork chops, apricot sauce recipe, tropical-inspired dinner ideas, quick pork chop recipes, weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 cup apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, ground allspice, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the pork chops.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
While the pork chops are baking, prepare the apricot sauce by combining apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, lime juice, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir the sauce occasionally and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the pork chops drizzled with the apricot sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.6 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.4 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 3798 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.6 g | ||
| Protein | 194.9 g | 390% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2744 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
