Apricot Pork Chops Recipe

A delightful recipe, passed down from a flute teacher and cooking enthusiast! Sweet apricots, tangy orange juice, and a hint of curry create an unforgettable flavor profile for juicy pork chops. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 420.1 kcal
Protein 81g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apricot Pork Chops

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How to Make Apricot Pork Chops

  1. Place 1 cup dried apricots in a medium bowl.
  2. Pour 1/2 cup fresh orange juice over the apricots.
  3. Add 1/4 cup apricot preserves, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon curry powder. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Set aside.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Season 4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick) lightly with salt and pepper.
  7. Cook chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned.
  8. Reduce heat to low.
  9. Add the apricot and orange juice mixture to the skillet.
  10. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  11. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

24g

Carbs

9g

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