Maple-Glazed Pork Chops With Pecans And Apples

Name: Maple-Glazed Pork Chops With Pecans And Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup maple syrup; 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 4 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 3/4 cup pecan halves, toasted; 4 pork chops (1-inch-thick); 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 green apples, cut into (3/4-inch); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup finely diced crystallized ginger (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup maple syrup
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
4 teaspoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup pecan halves, toasted
4 pork chops (1-inch-thick)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 green apples, cut into (3/4-inch)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup finely diced crystallized ginger (optional)

1
Whisk together first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl.
2
Stir together pecans and 2 tablespoons maple syrup mixture in a skillet over medium heat, stirring to coat pecans. Cook, stirring often, 3 minutes or until pecans are glazed. Arrange pecans in an even layer on wax paper; let cool. Coarsely chop, and set aside.
3
Sprinkle pork chops evenly with 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
4
Grill chops, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350u00b0to 400u00b0) 8 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest portion registers 160u00b0, basting with 1/2 cup maple syrup mixture during last five minutes of cooking. (If glazed earlier, glaze will burn.) Transfer to serving platter. Cover and keep warm.
5
Sprinkle apple slices evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt; brush with remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
6
Grill apples, without grill lid, over medium-high heat (350u00b0 to 400u00b0) 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with 1/4 cup syrup mixture.
7
Spoon remaining maple syrup mixture over pork chops. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and, if desired, crystallized ginger. Serve with grilled apples.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup maple syrup, 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, 4 teaspoons brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Maple-Glazed Pork Chops With Pecans And Apples falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!