Quick Maple Pork Chops with Cranberries Recipe

Name: Quick Maple Pork Chops with Cranberries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups plus 2 Tbsp. water, divided; 1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked; 1 cup cut fresh green beans (1-inch lengths); 2 bone-in pork chops (3/4 lb./340 g) Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09; 2 Tbsp. Kraft Extra Virgin Olive Oil Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, divided; 1/2 cup fresh or thawed frozen cranberries; 1/4 cup maple syrup, divided; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tsp. soy sauce, divided; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onions

Servings: persons

1
Bring 3 cups water to boil in large saucepan.
2
Add pasta; simmer on medium-low heat 8 min., adding beans for the last 3 min.
3
Meanwhile, cook chops in 1 Tbsp.
4
dressing in skillet on medium heat 3 to 4 min.
5
on each side or until chops are browned on both sides and done (160 degrees F).
6
Remove chops from skillet; cover to keep warm.
7
Add cranberries, 2 Tbsp.
8
syrup, garlic, 1 tsp.
9
soy sauce and remaining water to skillet; cook on medium-high heat 3 to 5 min.
10
or until reduced by half.
11
Drain pasta; rinse.
12
Combine onions, remaining syrup, dressing and soy sauce.
13
Add to pasta; mix lightly.
14
Serve with chops and cranberry sauce.

365

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups plus 2 Tbsp. water, divided, 1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked, 1 cup cut fresh green beans (1-inch lengths), 2 bone-in pork chops (3/4 lb./340 g) Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09, and more.

Yes, Quick Maple Pork Chops with Cranberries 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!

Quick Maple Pork Chops with Cranberries

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