MAPLE-PECAN PORK CHOPS

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For a standout holiday dinner, start with this change-of-pace entree. Begin by simmering the chops in apple juice, then drizzle with sweet maple syrup and top with crunchy pecans. -Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1-1/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup maple syrup, divided
4 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Mix mustard, pepper and 2 teaspoons syrup. Lightly drizzle over both sides of pork chops., In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Brown pork chops 2-3 minutes on each side. Add apple juice. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until a thermometer reads 145°, 15-20 minutes. Remove chops; let stand 5 minutes, keeping them warm., Add pecans and remaining syrup to skillet; cook and stir until blended, 1-2 minutes. Serve with pork chops. Freeze option: Cool pork chops. Prepare maple sauce, but do not add pecans. Freeze pecans and pork chops with sauce in separate freezer containers. To use, thaw pecans; partially thaw pork chop mixture in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet, turning occasionally, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 165°. Remove chops to a platter. Add pecans to sauce; serve with chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 calories, Fat 41g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Jileriah Miller
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


Ginda Singh
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less maple syrup in the glaze.


Indris Yusuf
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I'm not a huge fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The chops were cooked perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


With_ Meero
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This recipe is a family favorite. The pork chops are always tender and juicy, and the glaze is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


Nimesh Jung
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork c


Boitshepo Dikgole
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I'm a big fan of pork chops and this recipe did not disappoint. The chops were cooked to perfection and the glaze was divine. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


eshaal gillani
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


Wally Needham
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork chops turned out perfectly. They were juicy and flavorful, and the glaze was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


kolawole Bello
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This recipe was a disaster. The pork chops were dry and tough, and the glaze was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Damario Jackson
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The chops were cooked perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


Fatima 205
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were so juicy and flavorful. The glaze was the perfect complement to the pork. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Sarwar Akbar
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge success. The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the glaze was amazing. Everyone raved about them. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Yoleka Mayoli
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I'm always looking for new pork chop recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The chops were cooked perfectly, and the glaze was absolutely delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork cho


maya
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These pork chops were amazing! The meat was tender and juicy, and the glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I served them with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Endalk Ab GR
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the glaze was divine. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Maricel Pascua
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I made these pork chops for dinner last night and they were a huge hit! My husband and kids loved them. The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the glaze was just the right amount of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making these again.


Taha Hussain
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy pork chop dish.


Naomi Payne
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I'm not usually a fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The chops were so moist and flavorful, and the glaze was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.


Hafizur Mirza
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This Maple Pecan Pork Chops recipe was a hit with my family! The chops were tender, juicy and flavorful. The maple pecan glaze was the perfect complement to the pork. I will definitely be making this recipe again.