PORK CHOPS & ACORN SQUASH

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My husband and I are crazy for the squash we grow in our garden. For a sweet and tangy dish, we slow-cook it with pork chops and orange juice. -Mary Johnson, Coloma, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
2 medium acorn squash, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon orange juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Place pork chops in a 5-qt. slow cooker; add squash. In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over squash. Cook, covered, on low 4-6 hours or until pork is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MD. ARIFUL
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This recipe was a hit! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy meal.


MD:Forid khan
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! It was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy


Alfred Raditau
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


LaDavion Leach
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I tried this recipe and it was delicious! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy meal.


MR GB
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I made this recipe for my wife and she loved it! She said it was the best pork chops she had ever had. I will definitely be making this again.


anastasia vanghele
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I'm so glad you all enjoyed the recipe! It's one of my favorites.


Zeek Nuk
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This was a great recipe! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy meal.


Lorena Dehogues
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The pork chops were so tender and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Jack Vice Wheaper
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the acorn squash was delicious. I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy meal.


Malik Moon
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.