READY IN 30 mins

Pecan-Crusted Pork with Pumpkin Butter

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"This is one of my favorite ways to eat pork. Pork chops are crusted in pecans and breadcrumbs, then topped with a delicious homemade pumpkin butter. (You can always use store bought pumpkin butter if you can find it but homemade is always better)." — Drew

Directions

Whisk together pumpkin puree, apple juice, sugar, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon in a saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the mixture has reached the consistency of applesauce. About 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, pulse pecans and bread crumbs in a food processor until the pecans are finely chopped. Pour into a shallow dish, and press pork chops into the mixture to coat.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add breaded pork chops and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve the pork chops with a dollop of pumpkin butter.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 30 mins

Footnotes

Cook's Note
If desired, reduce the sweetness of the pumpkin butter by using just ¼ cup of apple juice mixed with ½ cup water.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 23, 2008

The pumpkin butter was delicious! I had trouble getting the breading to crisp up and get golden and stay on the chops, but then I seem to have that trouble with anything breaded. (Guess I don't know the secret to breading.) Anyway, it tasted really good, my family loved it, and I would definitely make this again!

—SANDRALH

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 01, 2008

The pecan crusted pork was quite good, but felt the pumpkin butter over powering. It actually turned out like something you'd spread on your morning toast. The combination didn't exactly hit the mark. Too much work for so little results.

—suchaprincess

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Oct 19, 2008

I have been cooking for years. The best way that I found to make a great crust is a mixture of mayo and dijon mustard with a few drops of water mixed together, dip pork chops, chicken or even fish in it. In another bowl pour panko (found in oriental section) bread crumbs and seasoned bread crumbs together with pecans or for Italian dishes grated parmesan cheese. Heat a pan with enough oil just to cover meat 1/2 way.Cook until crisp then finish in oven.

—Patricia K

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Oct 17, 2008

This is a grat recipe. I never tried it with Pumpkin Butter before, it's delicious As far as "getting the breading to crisp up and get golden and stay on the chops", the best thing to do is to add a egg to the bread crumb and pecans and then coat the pork chops with this mix. The egg will help it stay in place.

—GatoLindo

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Feb 06, 2008

I'm not so great when it comes to frying in the pan, these were a little over done, but had a good flavor. I might try it again...

—1COOKINGCHICK

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Nov 08, 2008

This was a fun way to use my leftover pumpkin puree from pumpkin pies. I followed the recipe exactly, except for the cooking method. I seared both sides of the pork in a hot skillet, then finished cooking them in the oven (at 400) for about 15 minutes. I find this leaves them very moist. Also, I breaded them and refrigerated for an hour before I cooked them, I think this helps the coating to stay on better. My kids loved the chops too.

—SproutMommaAlison

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Nov 29, 2010

Very easy and delicious!

—BRG

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Oct 22, 2010

Yum! The pork chops themselves were fine, but the pumpkin butter was great! There was a lot left over, but I'm glad there was -- like others have mentioned, it'll taste good on toast and such. It also tastes amazing with the "Pumpkin Rolls II" listed on this site.

—Caitlynn

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Nutrition

Calories
683 kcal
34%

Carbohydrates
70.6 g
23%

Cholesterol
62 mg
21%

Fat
32.6 g
50%

Fiber
7.1 g
29%

Protein
31.2 g
62%

Sodium
436 mg
17%

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

Nutritional Information

Pecan-Crusted Pork with Pumpkin Butter

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 683
Calories from Fat: 294

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.6g 50 %
Saturated Fat 5.3g 27 %
Cholesterol 62mg 21 %
Sodium 436mg 17 %
Potassium 837mg 23 %
Total Carbohydrates 70.6g 23 %
Dietary Fiber 7.1g 29 %
Protein 31.2g 62 %
** Sugars 48.3g
Vitamin A 309 %
Vitamin C 9 %
Calcium 14 %
Iron 41 %
Thiamin 106 %
Niacin 101 %
Vitamin B6 32 %
Magnesium 34 %
Folate 26 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.