Slow Cooker Cranberry Fig Pork

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds boneless pork chops
• 1 (12-ounce) bag of fresh cranberries
• 12 ounces dried figs, chopped
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place the pork chops in a slow cooker.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cranberries, figs, chicken broth, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. Pour the mixture over the pork chops.
3. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is cooked through and tender.

Nutritional Information:

(per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful pork chops
• Sweet and tart cranberry and fig sauce
• Aromatic and festive spices

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The pork was so moist and tender, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tart."
• "I made this for my Christmas dinner and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors."
• "I'm not usually a fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. They were so juicy and flavorful."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use boneless pork chops for easier preparation and cooking.
• If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries instead.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less honey to taste.
• Serve the pork chops with mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.