Best 15 Sweet And Simple Pork Chops Recipes

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Welcome to the world of succulent and flavorful pork chops, where simplicity meets sweetness in a symphony of culinary delights. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect sweet and simple pork chops, a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With just a few basic ingredients and a touch of culinary magic, you'll be able to transform ordinary pork chops into an extraordinary meal that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SIMPLE SWEET PORK CHOPS



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Simple enough to whip up for busy weeknights, these tender pork chops are all juiced up with sweet pineapple and just the right touch of jalapeno. They're perfect for the whole family. -Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, undrained
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place pork chops in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over chops. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK CHOPS



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My family is one of several pork producers in this area, so I'm always looking for pork recipes. This one's easy to make because you don't have to brown the meat before baking. That's one of the reasons I like it so much.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 pork loin chops (about 3/4 inch thick)
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Place pork chops in a 13x9-in. baking dish. In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, ketchup, honey, vinegar, mustard and salt. Pour over the chops. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake about 30 minutes longer or until the meat is tender. Remove chops to a serving platter and keep warm. Strain pan juices into a saucepan. Combine cornstarch and water; add to pan juices. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Serve immediately over chops.

Nutrition Facts :

SIMPLE SWEET 'N' TANGY PORK CHOPS



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Just five ingredients are all that's needed for these tender chops. Whenever I serve these to company, they get rave reviews and recipe requests. -Jami Ouellette, Houston, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup beer or beef broth
4 teaspoons ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (3/4 in. thick and 7 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

  • Mix beer, ketchup and brown sugar. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown chops on both sides. Add beer mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 1-2 minutes. Remove chops from pan; keep warm., Return sauce to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened. Serve over pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SWEET PORK CHOPS



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Sweet pork chops with sweet gravy.

Provided by AAMMBBEERR

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup apple juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon celery seed
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds boneless pork chops
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in apple juice and lemon juice. Mix in garlic, mustard, and honey. Season with parsley, celery seed, and pepper. Cook and stir until thoroughly blended.
  • Place pork chops in the skillet, coating them with the apple juice mixture. Cook 20 minutes, or to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove chops from heat, and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the milk and flour. Stir into the skillet, blending with the remaining apple juice mixture. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Serve over the pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 241.7 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

SWEET AND SIMPLE PORK CHOPS



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This is so simple, yet delicious. Store bought apple sauce may be substituted for the apple and sugar mixture. Serve with new potatoes and side salad.

Provided by FREAKOWD40

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large cooking apple - peeled, cored and cubed
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 pork chops
2 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium heat.
  • Put apple in a pan with water and sugar. Cover and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 20 minutes until cooked and pulpy.
  • Place pork chops under a preheated grill and cook for 5 to 10 minutes on each side. Cover each pork chop with some of the apple sauce mixture then with cheese. Return to grill and cook until cheese melts and is bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 198.3 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

EASY SLOW COOKER SWEET AND SOUR PORK CHOPS



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Simple sweet and sour topping for slow cooker pork chops.

Provided by Bonnie D

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pork chops
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat. Sear the pork chops until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer the pork chops to a slow cooker. Mix the brown sugar, ketchup, onion, and lemon juice in a bowl; spoon over the pork chops.
  • Cook on Low until the pork chops are very tender, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 225.4 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

TENDER SWEET 'N' SOUR PORK CHOPS



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The recipe for these moist, tender pork chops was given to me years ago by my best friend. It's become one of my family's favorites and we enjoy it often. Hope you do, too! -Gina Young, Lamar, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork chops with pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook pork over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm. , Add the water, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce to skillet; stir to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Return chops to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET-AND-SAUCY PORK CHOPS



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This easy weeknight dinner recipe uses sugar to create succulent, caramelized pork chops in record time.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Pork     Quick & Easy     Capers     Garlic     Pork Chop     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (1"-thick) bone-in pork rib chops (look for the most marbled ones you can find, preferably with some fat cap too)
Kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp. sugar, divided
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 large shallot, chopped
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 sprigs rosemary
1 Tbsp. drained capers
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with salt and sprinkle evenly with 1/2 tsp. sugar. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook chops, undisturbed, until well browned underneath, about 3 minutes. Turn and cook just until second side is lightly browned, about 1 minute. Transfer chops to a plate (they won't be fully cooked); reduce heat to medium.
  • Pour remaining 1 Tbsp. oil into same skillet and add shallot and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until softened and just beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Add vinegar and remaining 1 tsp. sugar to skillet. Cook, swirling pan occasionally, until vinegar is nearly evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  • Add rosemary, capers, and 1/2 cup water to skillet; season with salt. Reduce heat as needed to maintain a very low simmer. Add butter and swirl pan continuously (and vigorously) until sauce becomes smooth, glossy, and emulsified.
  • Return pork chops to skillet, arranging darker side up. Simmer gently in sauce, swirling occasionally, until chops are cooked through, about 3 minutes (a thermometer inserted near the bones should register 135°F).
  • Transfer pork chops to plates and spoon sauce over.

SWEET-N-SOUR PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 19m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon sesame oil
Salt and ground black pepper
4 (4-ounce) boneless pork loin chops
1 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops all over with salt and black pepper and add to hot pan. Cook chops 2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Add apricot preserves, soy sauce and ginger and bring to a simmer. Partially cover and simmer 5 minutes, until pork is cooked through. Remove from heat and stir in scallions.

PORK CHOPS WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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Make and share this Pork Chops With Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by momthecook 2

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 pork chops
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 -2 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Brown pork chops in a little oil or coat the pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix together brown sugar, vinegar, water and soy sauce.
  • When pork chops are browned, pour the sauce over them and let it come to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer. For 1/2" chops, cook 45 minutes. For thicker pork chops, cook 1 - 1 1/2 hours.
  • Remove chops to a plate.
  • Stir 1 teaspoons of cornstarch in 1 tablespoons water and add to liquid in the pan. Stir until it thickens and clears. If you want a thicker sauce, add a little more cornstarch.
  • Return the chops to the pan, turning to coat in the sauce. Let cook for a couple of minutes.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 150.1, Sodium 485.7, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 35.4, Protein 45.7

EASY SWEET AND SOUR PORK CHOPS



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Being a busy single mom, I look for recipes that are quick, simple and don't have 100 ingredients. This one fits the bill to a T. I've served it to my picky parents and sisters who loved it and my 6 year old always asks for seconds (and even thirds at times)! Original recpie called for equal parts of wet ingredients, but I found it too salty and reduce the soy sauce slightly.

Provided by Freddym

Categories     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 -6 thawed pork chops
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup chili sauce
1/3 cup soy sauce, minus 1 tablespoon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place chops in glass baking dish.
  • Mix honey, chili sauce and soy sauce in a bowl.
  • Pour mixture over pork chops and bake at 350 degrees for one hour or until no longer pink inside.
  • I always make mashed potatos and use the left over juices as a gravy.

SWEET AND SAUCY PORK CHOPS



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A little different way too prepare pork chops. This recipe gives the pork chops a nice tangy flavor and leaves them very tender.

Provided by scg3990

Categories     Pork

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 pork chops, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 boneless pork chops
16 ounces spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon instant minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon Splenda sugar substitute

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Brown chops in skillet on both sides and set aside.
  • In medium sauce pan, combine Spaghetti sauce, butter, apple sauce, cinnamon, garlic, oregano, and Splenda.
  • Simmer on low heat 10 minutes stirring often.
  • Place Pork Chops into 9x13 baking pan and pour sauce over chops.
  • Foil and bake 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.6, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 145.1, Sodium 324.8, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6, Protein 40.8

SWEET-AND-SPICY PORK CHOPS



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Sheet-pan dinners are all the rage, and come clean up time you'll see why. Want to know our secret for getting these spicy glazed pork chops to cook perfectly at the same time as their vegetable sides? Park your pan in the oven before you turn it on, so it's already hot when you add the ingredients.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 55m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 small Kirby or Persian cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup apricot jam
3 tablespoons sambal oelek or chili-garlic sauce
1 head broccoli (12 ounces), cut into large florets
3 small sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch wedges
1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for drizzling
4 bone-in pork chops (each 1 inch thick), preferably rib end

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475°F, with a rimmed baking sheet on center rack and another rack in top position. Stir together cucumbers, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons cilantro; season with salt and set aside. In a small bowl, stir together jam and sambal oelek; set aside. In another bowl, toss broccoli and sweet potatoes with 3 tablespoons oil; season.
  • Remove sheet from oven; drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, then spread broccoli mixture in a single layer. Roast, flipping once, until charred in places, 22 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a plate; toss with remaining cilantro. Switch oven to broil.
  • Season chops with salt and pepper; place on same baking sheet and broil on top rack until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Flip; spread reserved jam mixture over chops. Broil until glaze is bubbly and chops are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Return broccoli mixture to sheet; broil 30 seconds. Serve with cucumber salad, topped with cilantro.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK CHOPS



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GrandmaIsCooking

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium pork chops
1 tablespoon oil or 1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon allspice
4 whole cloves
salt, to taste
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste

Steps:

  • Brown the pork chops in the oil or butter and place in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl, mixing to combine, and pour over the pork chops.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.8, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 74.8, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 17.6, Protein 22.6

SWEET PORK CHOPS



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This is a recipe that a friend of mine makes and she said that she found it when she was living in New Orleans. I guess that it's Southern USA Cooking!

Provided by katia

Categories     Pork

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 pork chops
1 garlic clove
1 onion, in rings
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 apple, chopped
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 cup Coke
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon thyme
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • First mix all the spices.
  • Then put half of the spice mixture and the garlic cloves on the pork chops. Leave them for 1 hour.
  • Brown the pork chops in a skillet with the oil and then put them in a casserole dish.Add the remaining spice mix.
  • Put the butter in the skillet then the maple syrup and arrange the onion rings. Cook until tender.
  • Place the onions on the pork chops.
  • Add half of the coke in the skillet and then add the apple and cook until tender.
  • Place the apples on the pork chops and add the remaining coke.
  • Cover with foil and place in the oven for 40 minutes at 330°F.

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 juicy and flavorful during cooking.
  • Season the pork chops generously: Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices before cooking. This will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: Cooking the pork chops over medium heat will help to prevent them from drying out. Cook them for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork chops rest before serving: Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help to redistribute their juices and make them even more tender.

Conclusion:

Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can cook pork chops that are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give pork chops a try. You won't be disappointed!

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