Winter Fruit Pork Chops
Capture the cozy essence of the season with these irresistible Winter Fruit Pork Chops, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors that's sure to warm up chilly evenings. Bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection, then nestled into a medley of tender apples, pears, and tangy dried cranberries. This dish is elevated with a fragrant blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, and a splash of orange juice, creating a luscious fruit compote infused with cinnamon and honey. Simmered together, these ingredients create a mouthwatering skillet sauce that pairs beautifully with the juicy, tender pork chops. Ready in just 45 minutes, this comforting one-pan recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a festive winter gathering. Serve it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1 inch thick) bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 medium (minced) shallots
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 teaspoons (chopped) fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon (chopped) fresh thyme
- 2 medium (peeled, cored, and sliced) apples
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 1 medium (peeled, cored, and sliced) pear
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced shallots and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
Add the rosemary, thyme, apple slices, pear slices, and dried cranberries to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit begins to soften.
Pour in the orange juice, chicken stock, and honey. Stir well and sprinkle in the ground cinnamon. Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the fruit mixture.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the pork chops cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. Continue simmering the fruit mixture uncovered to slightly thicken the sauce, if desired.
Serve the pork chops hot, topped with the winter fruit compote and drizzled with the skillet sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 631 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 3151 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.5 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.5 g | ||
| Protein | 210.9 g | 422% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 3720 mg | 79% | |
*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.
