Crock Pot Pork Chops With Dried Fruit

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Crock Pot Pork Chops With Dried Fruit
in Pork

Prep

15 min

Cook

5 hours

Ready In

5 hours 15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 pork loin chops
8 ounces mixed dried fruit ( about 1 1/2 cups )
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 can apricot nectar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
466
Sugar
33g
Fat
17g
Crock Pot Pork Chops With Dried Fruit is an easy and delicious recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays. The recipe combines the sweet and savory flavors of dried fruit and pork chops to make a tasty and nutritious meal. This recipe uses a crockpot, which means you can prepare it in the morning and have a warm, hearty meal ready by dinner time. With the nutritional value of the dish, it is an excellent recipe for individuals looking to incorporate meat and dried fruits in their diet. This recipe is ideal for those seeking a balance between sweet and savory flavors in their meals.

Instructions

1.In a pan, add mixed dried fruit, brown sugar, orange marmalade, cider vinegar, ground ginger, and apricot nectar.
2.Cook over medium-high heat until it comes to a boil, then let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the dried fruit is tender.
3.In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water together to make a slurry.
4.Add the cornstarch slurry to the dried fruit mixture and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
5.Salt and pepper both sides of the pork chops and place them in the crockpot.
6.Pour the dried fruit mixture over the pork chops.
7.Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.

PROS

The combination of sweet and savory makes the dish delicious and appealing to everyone.

Using the crockpot makes it a perfect dish for busy weekdays, and the recipe is quite simple.

CONS

This recipe has high sugar content, which can be a con for people with sugar-related health issues.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork chops are a great source of protein, which is necessary for building, maintaining, and repairing tissues in the body.
Dried fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals like iron, potassium, and fiber. They also contain antioxidants that are important for fighting off disease and supporting a healthy immune system.

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