Best 5 Pork Chops With Sliced Pears Recipes
Pork chops and pears, a seemingly unlikely combination, come together in harmony to create a succulent and delightful dish that will tantalize your taste buds. The pork chops, brined in a mixture of brown sugar, salt, and spices, are seared until golden brown and then braised with sliced pears, onions, and a touch of white wine. The result is a tender and juicy pork chop infused with the natural sweetness of the pears and a hint of savory spice. This recipe also includes variations for those who prefer a different cooking method, such as grilling or baking, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delectable dish. Whether you're looking for a special occasion meal or a cozy weeknight dinner, pork chops with pears is sure to impress.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
PEAR PORK CHOPS
These pork chops make a wonderful dinner paired with crusty bread and a salad. -Athena Russell, Florence, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, thyme, salt and pepper. Add pork, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a large skillet, cook chops in oil and butter over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat juices run clear. Remove to a serving plate and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute pear until tender. Serve with pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
PORK CHOPS WITH SLICED PEARS
Pear slices make a satisfying alternative to apples in this down-home pork chop dish. Dress up the easy entree even further by adding a hint of brown sugar for sweetness. -Kathy Stooksbury, Aiken, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain pears, reserving the juice; cut pears into slices and set aside. In a large skillet, brown the pork chops in butter. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, mustard and reserved pear juice. Pour over chops; top with pear slices. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
PORK CHOPS WITH PEAR SAUCE
I created this recipe because I have found that many pork recipes have little flavor, are too spicy, or just require too much work. My husband and I prefer sweet food rather than spicy or sour, hence a new pork recipe was born. This is delicious when served with rice and green vegetables as side dishes.
Provided by CHERYLNOLL
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Pan Fried
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, mix the pears, brown sugar, lemon juice, pear juice, and cinnamon. Bring to boil. Cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Transfer the sauce mixture to a blender, and blend until smooth. Return to saucepan, cover, and simmer 15 minutes over low heat. Remove from heat, and allow to cool.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the pork chops 8 minutes, turning once, until done. Drizzle with the pear sauce to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 38.3 mg, Sugar 19.6 g
GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH BALSAMIC CARAMELIZED PEARS
The recipe transforms thin supermarket pork chops into an unforgettable-juicy-tender-flavor-packed-lip-smacking pork experience. A combination of brining, marinating, and saucing. All can be prepared ahead except for the last 5 minutes of grilling.
Provided by OSORKIN
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 2h6m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together the water, kosher salt, and sugar. Add pork chops to this brine, and let them soak for no more than one hour. Drain and discard the brine. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, stir together the olive oil, garlic, and rosemary. Place pork chops in the dish, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 or 2 hours.
- Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook until reduced by 1/2, about 10 minutes. When the vinegar cools, it should be the consistency of syrup.
- Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high or high heat. Add the onions and pears, and quickly brown being careful to keep the wedges intact. Once the onions and pears are browned, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 7 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the reduced vinegar and salt. The recipe can be prepared up to this point several hours before grilling.
- Preheat the grill for medium-high heat.
- Warm pears on a cool section of the grill (in the skillet), while placing the pork chops over the hot part. Cook pork for about 3 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. Remove to a serving plate, cover with aluminum foil and let rest for a few minutes. Uncover, top with the pear onion sauce, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 50.2 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 5252.1 mg, Sugar 15.5 g
PORK CHOPS WITH PEARS
One of our favorite ways to enjoy pork chops. This produces a really delicious end result -- we hope you enjoy it!
Provided by Pianolady
Categories Pork
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large frying pan, brown the pork chops in hot oil; drain.
- Transfer the pork chops to a shallow baking pan and season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the pear halves around the chops.
- Drizzle orange juice over all.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Pour sherry over all.
- Place butter in the hollow of pears.
- Cover and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- Uncover and continue baking for 20 minutes, until meat is tender.
- Place the pears and pork chops on a platter.
- Dissolve cornstarch in water, stir into sauce mixture and cook until thickened.
- Pour over pork chops and pears.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.8, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 82.7, Sodium 103, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 29.2, Protein 23.2
Tips:
- To ensure your pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- To prevent the pears from browning, toss them in lemon juice or vinegar before cooking.
- If you don't have dry white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or apple cider.
- To thicken the sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) and cook until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve pork chops and pears with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Pork chops with sliced pears is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet pears and savory pork chops is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that is both flavorful and satisfying.
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