Grilled Pork Chops W Apple Cranberry Glaze
Elevate your grilling game with these succulent Grilled Pork Chops with Apple Cranberry Glaze—a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and sweet. Bone-in pork chops are seasoned with a touch of cinnamon, seared to perfection on the grill, and topped with a luscious glaze made from fresh cranberries, honey, and apple juice. The glaze, simmered to tangy-sweet perfection with a hint of apple cider vinegar, transforms a simple dinner into a gourmet experience. This dish is ready in under 40 minutes and is perfect for holiday dinners, weekend barbecues, or even a quick weeknight treat. Serve these flavorful chops with your favorite sides and a sprig of fresh rosemary for a stunning presentation that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsweetened apple juice
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F/200°C).
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, and cinnamon.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple juice, cranberries, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the glaze thickens slightly. Stir occasionally.
While the glaze cooks, place the pork chops on the hot grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Once the glaze has thickened, remove it from the heat. If you prefer a smoother glaze, you can carefully blend it using an immersion blender.
Brush the pork chops generously with the glaze just before serving, and drizzle any extra over the top.
Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs if desired and serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 560 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 449 mg | 10% | |
*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.
