Best 7 Sweet And Savory Apricot Pork Chops Recipes

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**Sweet and Savory Apricot Pork Chops: A Flavorful Delight**

Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Sweet and Savory Apricot Pork Chops, an exquisite fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish combines juicy pork chops with a tantalizing apricot glaze, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

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1. **Classic Sweet and Savory Apricot Pork Chops Recipe:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this classic recipe that pairs tender pork chops with a luscious apricot glaze. Apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, and a touch of brown sugar blend harmoniously to create a glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven.

2. **Apricot Pork Chops with Garlic and Thyme:** Discover a savory twist on the classic dish with this recipe that infuses aromatic garlic and thyme into the apricot glaze. The earthy notes of garlic and thyme complement the sweetness of the apricots, resulting in a complex and flavorful dish.

3. **Apricot Pork Chops with Balsamic Glaze:** Experience a delightful interplay of sweet and tangy flavors in this recipe that introduces balsamic vinegar to the apricot glaze. The rich, complex flavor of balsamic vinegar adds a sophisticated touch to the dish, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

4. **Apricot Pork Chops with Bacon and Pecans:** Elevate your culinary experience with this recipe that incorporates crispy bacon and crunchy pecans into the apricot glaze. The salty, smoky bacon and the nutty sweetness of pecans add an irresistible textural contrast to the tender pork chops.

5. **Apricot Pork Chops with Goat Cheese and Pistachios:** Embark on a journey of Mediterranean flavors with this recipe that pairs tangy goat cheese and crunchy pistachios with the apricot glaze. The creamy, tangy goat cheese and the nutty pistachios add a delightful dimension of flavors and textures to the dish.

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these extraordinary Sweet and Savory Apricot Pork Chop recipes that showcase the versatility of this classic dish. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring that you'll find one that perfectly suits your palate.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH APRICOT DIJON MUSTARD SAUCE



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This recipe for golden-brown, pan-seared pork chops livened with an apricot and Dijon mustard sauce is to die for. Tender, meaty, sweet, and savory, these pork chops are the perfect weeknight dinner, but they're definitely nice enough for any special occasion.

Provided by Carlos Leo

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless, 1" thick pork chops
¼ to ½ teaspoon sea salt available in our online shop
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Ladi Extra Virgin Olive Oil available in our online shop
3/4 cup unsalted chicken stock
6 Tablespoons L'Epicurien Apricot Preserve available in our online shop
5 Tablespoons apple-cider vinegar
4 teaspoons Edmond Fallot Traditional Dijon Mustard available in our online shop
4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage

Steps:

  • both sides of the pork with sea salt and pepper.
  • the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it is shimmering. Add the chops and cook the first side for four minutes. Turn over the chops and cook the other side for three minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F. Remove chops to a plate and cover with aluminum foil to rest while you make the apricot-mustard sauce.
  • the heat to low, and to the pan you just cooked the pork chops, add the stock and stir to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook until the liquid is reduced by half, then add the apricot preserves, vinegar, mustard, and sage, and whisk until smooth. Add in the pork and any juices from the plate, and season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the chops with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 1" thick boneless chop, Calories 383 calories, Sugar 13.1 g, Sodium 422.5 mg, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 47.5 g, Cholesterol 132.3 mg

CURRIED APRICOT PORK CHOPS



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A fresh fruit glaze that's both sweet and savory turns these tender pork chops into a dish pretty enough to serve for a special night in. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons apricot nectar
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons apricot preserves
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup sliced fresh apricots
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; set aside., Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a small nonstick skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove and keep warm., Add apricots and onions to the pan; saute until onions are tender. Stir in nectar mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APRICOT CHOPS



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What do you get when you cross simple with delicious? Apricot Chops, of course! Simply choose your favorite vegetable or rice as an accompaniment, pop the chops in the oven, and enjoy this sweet and savory delight!

Provided by EBSEPKE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 52m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 (1 inch thick) bone-in pork chops
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup apricot jam
1 cup Catalina salad dressing
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 garlic clove, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in frying pan over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper; cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until well-browned.
  • Stir jam, salad dressing, onion soup mix, and garlic together in a bowl until well-blended. Place chops in a 9x13 inch baking pan lined with foil, and cover with apricot mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven approximately 40 minutes, until internal temperature has reached 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), or pork is no longer pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.5 calories, Carbohydrate 71.8 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1210.2 mg, Sugar 48.8 g

APRICOT PORK CHOPS



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This is a great pork chop recipe for people with a sweet tooth. I usually serve it with rice.

Provided by SP2B

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 pork chops
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
10 ounces Russian-style salad dressing
1 cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the pork chops into a casserole dish. Mix onion soup mix, Russian dressing and apricot preserves together.
  • Pour mixture over chops and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 37.1 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 893.6 mg, Sugar 33.4 g

SWEET & SAVORY PORK CHOPS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by Chez_Alexander

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 center-cut, bone-in pork chops (4 oz meat each)
2 TBS olive oil
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 TBS Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. 2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add pork chops and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to prepared baking dish, and finish in the oven, 7-10 minutes. 3. Heat the same skillet over high heat for 1 minute. Quickly add the chicken stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add rosemary and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil rapidly until liquid is reduced by half, 1-2 minutes. Add apricot preserves and bring mixture back to a boil, then lower heat to medium. Cook sauce, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in mustard. 4. Lower heat to medium, and place cooked pork chops in skillet along with any juices from baking dish. Turn chops several times in sauce to coat. Spoon remaining sauce over chops and serve immediately. Makes 4 servings. Each serving = 8 Weight Watchers points.

APRICOT GINGER PORK CHOPS



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Make and share this Apricot Ginger Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kitcharen

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 boneless pork chops
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Mix together the preserves, soy sauce, ginger and water. Reserve 1/4 cup.
  • Marinate the pork chops in the mixture for one hour turning once to make sure all of the pork gets seasoned. Do not use a metal bowl to marinate.
  • Remove chops from marinade and place on a broiler pan previously sprayed lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Discard used marinade.
  • Broil the pork chops about 5 inches from heat until juices run clear (about 4-5 minutes each side).
  • Spoon or brush the reserved mixture on the pork chops and broil for one minute longer.
  • Serve.
  • Always make sure pork is fully cooked before eating!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 348.4, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 40.5

SWEET AND SAVORY APRICOT PORK CHOPS



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Pork chops baked to a sweet perfection in a great sauce. Serve over rice or noodles. An easy to make and fast recipe.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 pork chops, one inch thick
1 pkg (1 ounce) dry onion soup mix
1 jar(s) (10 ounces) russian dressing or catalina dressing
1 c apricot preserves

Steps:

  • 1. Place the pork chops into a casserole dish.
  • 2. Mix onion soup mix, Russian dressing and apricot preserves together. Place mixture over chops and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops: Look for pork chops that are at least 1-inch thick and have a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that they stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Use a good quality apricot preserves: The quality of the apricot preserves will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Look for a preserves that is made with real apricots and has a good balance of sweetness and tartness.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the pork chops, make sure to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: Cooking the pork chops over medium heat will help to prevent them from overcooking and becoming dry.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to the proper temperature: The internal temperature of the pork chops should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 155 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, or 165 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.

Conclusion:

Sweet and savory apricot pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, and spices. The result is a dish that is both sweet and savory, with a tender and juicy interior. Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

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