Pumpkin Pork Chops
User Reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
751 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pumpkin Pork Chops
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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
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:
- Pat dry the pork chops on both sides. A
- Mix the remaining ingredients in a bowl to make a dry rub.
- 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.
- 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:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set it aside.
- Add the diced pumpkin and apples, drizzle with the olive oil, and add the remaining ingredients.
- Toss to coat evenly and spread the mixture in an even layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes.
- While the pumpkin and apples cook, prep the pork chops.
- When ready to grill, place a grill pan over medium-high heat and oil it.
- 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.
- Transfer the pork chops on a platter, cover with foil paper, and let rest for 10 minutes.
Maple mustard dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk all the dressing ingredients until all combined.
Serve:
- Add the roasted pumpkin and apples to a serving plate, add the meat, and drizzle the dressing on top.
- 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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Overall Rating
5.0
45 reviews
Excellent
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