Best 2 Cranberry Maple Pork Chops Recipes

Cranberry maple pork chops is a delectable dish that combines the tanginess of cranberries, the sweetness of maple syrup, and the savory flavor of pork chops. This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal or a weeknight dinner. With its combination of sweet, tart, and savory flavors, cranberry maple pork chops are sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH MAPLE-CRANBERRY GLAZE

Grilled Pork Chops with Maple-Cranberry Glaze image

Provided by Paul Kirk

Categories Mustard Low Cal Cranberry Pork Chop Summer Grill/Barbecue Maple Syrup Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

Spice rub
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon hot smoked paprika (Pimentón de la Vera)*
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons fine sea salt
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile powder or ancho chile powder
Glaze
3/4 cup jellied cranberry sauce (about half of one 16-ounce can)
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup cran-raspberry juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon triple sec or other orange liqueur
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
8 3/4-inch-thick center-cut pork rib chops

Steps:

For spice rub:
Mix all ingredients in small bowl.
For glaze:
Mix first 8 ingredients in small saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, whisking until smooth. Cool to room temperature.
Do ahead: Spice rub and glaze can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and store spice rub at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate glaze. Rewarm glaze just until pourable before using.
Spray grill rack with nonstick spray and prepare barbecue (medium heat). Sprinkle spice rub generously over both sides of pork chops (about 1/2 tablespoon per side), pressing to adhere. Place pork chops on grill, cover, and cook 5 minutes per side. Brush generously with glaze. Move to cooler part of grill and continue to grill, uncovered, until cooked through, brushing frequently with glaze, about 3 minutes longer per side.
*Available at specialty foods stores and from tienda.com.

CRANBERRY-MAPLE PORK CHOPS

Cranberry-Maple Pork Chops image

These tender, juicy pork chops with their sweet sauce and hint of maple syrup are company-special, but quick and easy enough for weeknights. Serve with rice or roasted potato wedges. -Heather Bates, Athens, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/3 cup grape jelly
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/3 cup maple syrup

Steps:

Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in butter. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, combine the cranberry sauce, jelly, ketchup and soy sauce; cook and stir until blended. Return chops to the pan; drizzle with syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 495mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

For a crispy crust, sear the pork chops in a hot skillet before transferring them to the oven.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are cooked to your desired doneness.
If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen or dried cranberries.
Be sure to reduce the maple syrup until it is thick and syrupy.
If you are using a grill pan, preheat it over medium-high heat before cooking the pork chops.

Conclusion:

This cranberry maple pork chops recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are juicy and tender, and the cranberry maple sauce is sweet and tangy. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.