Easy Pork Chop Saute with Cranberries
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Easy Pork Chop Sauté with Cranberries—a dish bursting with seasonal flavors and gourmet appeal. Juicy, pan-seared pork chops are seasoned with a touch of cinnamon for a warm, aromatic twist, then paired with a luscious cranberry sauce sweetened with honey and brightened with a hint of orange zest. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser combines savory and tangy elements in a perfect harmony of flavors. Garnish with fresh thyme for an elegant touch, and serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a meal that’s as impressive as it is simple to prepare. Ideal for cozy family dinners or festive occasions, this one-pan recipe is your go-to for quick, flavorful results.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in or boneless pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and ground cinnamon.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.
Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C). Remove the chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate, tenting with foil to keep warm.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
Add the cranberries, honey, and orange zest to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Return the pork chops to the skillet along with any juices collected on the plate. Spoon the cranberry sauce over the chops and cook for an additional 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
Transfer the pork chops to a serving platter, spoon the cranberry sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 636 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 541 mg | 12% | |
*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.
