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

Karli R
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This recipe is a must-try for any pork chop lover.


Ashely morris
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I'm so happy I tried this recipe. It's a new favorite.


Rhal Shada
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests.


Amisha Shradananda
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish.


Misbee Amir
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This recipe is a 10/10. I will definitely be making it again.


Neha Juliana
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a winner!


Haley Cochran
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


suresh singh
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Qussai Maklad
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious.


Morzada Biwas
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This recipe is perfect for a fall meal.


Donnie Adkins
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I'm going to try this recipe with different types of squash.


Manoj Mahara
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork chops.


Dungeon Ender
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but I loved it in this recipe.


Adham Wael
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This recipe is so easy to follow. Even a beginner cook can make it.


Alisson Dick
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I added a few more spices to the pork chops to give them more flavor.


Roberto Cumraki
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I substituted chicken breasts for the pork chops and it turned out just as good.


Thomas Michel
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the acorn squash was sweet and flavorful.


Heshan Edite
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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 roasted to perfection.


Biswas Khadka
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I love how simple this recipe is. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Roberto Mwai
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the acorn squash was roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.