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pork chops braised with wine, prunes and apricots

Recipe by
Daily Inspiration S
Somewhere, TX

These delicious braised chops go really well with mashed potatoes and a green vegetable such as green beans.

yield 6 -8
prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For pork chops braised with wine, prunes and apricots

  • 8
    center-cut pork chops
  • 1/3 c
    a. p. flour
  • 14 c
    oil, your choice
  • 2 lg
    onions, sliced
  • 5 c
    low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 c
    dry red wine
  • 3/4 c
    pitted prunes
  • 1/2 c
    dried apricots
  • 3 Tbsp
    chopped fresh parsley

How To Make pork chops braised with wine, prunes and apricots

  • 1
    Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess. Heat oil in a large dutch oven over medium high heat. Add half of the pork chops; cook until brown - approx. 3 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining pork chops.
  • 2
    Drain all but 2 tbsp. oil and add sliced onions. Saute until light brown, about 5 minutes
  • 3
    Place chops over onions - add broth and wine. Bring to a simmer - then reduce heat to medium low and cover. Simmer about 15. Add fruit; cover and simmer until pork is very tender, about 45 minutes.
  • 4
    Using a slotted spoon, arrange onions and fruit around pork chops. Tent with foil to keep warm.
  • 5
    Boil cooking liquid until thickened slightly, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce over pork and top with chopped fresh parsley.

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