Pumpkin Pork Chops

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Additional Time

    3 hrs

  • Total Time

    4 hrs

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    751 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Pumpkin Pork Chops

Pumpkin Pork Chops are grilled to perfection and served on a bed of flavorful roasted pumpkin and apples with creamy maple mustard dressing.

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Ingredients

Servings

For the pork:

  • 4 bone-in pork chops about 1 1/2 thick
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh Rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Pumpkin and apples:

  • 1 2-3 pound pumpkin peeled and cubed into one-inch pieces - butternut squash also works
  • 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and cubed into one-inch pieces - select hard apples, not tender
  • 1 teaspoon fresh Rosemary finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Maple mustard dressing:

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon fresh Rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh sage finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pork chops:

  1. Pat dry the pork chops on both sides. A
  2. Mix the remaining ingredients in a bowl to make a dry rub.
  3. Rub the mixture onto the pork chops, place them in a zipped lock bag, and refrigerate for at least a few hours and up to 24 hours.
  4. Let the pork chops come to room temperature before grilling. While they are coming to room temperature, begin the pumpkin and apple side dish.

Pumpkin and apples:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set it aside.
  3. Add the diced pumpkin and apples, drizzle with the olive oil, and add the remaining ingredients.
  4. Toss to coat evenly and spread the mixture in an even layer.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes.
  6. While the pumpkin and apples cook, prep the pork chops.
  7. When ready to grill, place a grill pan over medium-high heat and oil it.
  8. Add the pork chops to the grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until nicely browned and the pork reaches 135 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.
  9. Transfer the pork chops on a platter, cover with foil paper, and let rest for 10 minutes.

Maple mustard dressing:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk all the dressing ingredients until all combined.

Serve:

  1. Add the roasted pumpkin and apples to a serving plate, add the meat, and drizzle the dressing on top.
  2. Add some fresh thyme or rosemary and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 751kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 39g (78%) Fat 48g (74%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 30g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 117mg (39%) Sodium 1001mg (42%) Potassium 1900mg (54%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 28g (56%) Vitamin A 29217IU (584%) Vitamin C 41mg (46%) Calcium 138mg (14%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 751 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 751kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 39g 78%
Fat 48g 74%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 30g 150%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 117mg 39%
Sodium 1001mg 42%
Potassium 1900mg 40%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 28g 56%
Vitamin A 29217IU 584%
Vitamin C 41mg 46%
Calcium 138mg 14%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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