Cranberry Pork Chops and Rice Bake

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This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It’s basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I’ve recently added to it. It’s the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.

This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.

I love a good one pot meal. I’m always trying to rack my brain to see if I can find out ways to throw stuff together. This one is perfect for autumn. Plus, it’s super simple. You’re going to make some cast iron pork chops. Sear them really good, then add in your onions, carrots and garlic. All the while, you’ll be making your cranberry sauce. You’ll just add the ingredients and bring it to a boil. Then add the rice, broth and drizzle the cranberry sauce over the top. Bake until it’s done. Perfect fall meal that won’t mess up the whole kitchen or take you hours to prepare!



This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.

Equipment You’ll Need

So, I love my cast iron skillets so much. I really think I have almost every one that Lodge makes. For this recipe, I used my big 15″ cast iron skillet. I love the fact that it’s really all you need for the major part of this recipe. You will need a tiny sauce pot for your glaze.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Pork Chops:

I bought a pack of 6 pork chops for this recipe. You want the regular cut ones. Not any that are labeled “thin cut” or “thick cut.”

Rice and broth:

I used about a half cup of wild rice and some broth. You’ll want enough broth to ensure that it covers all the contents of the skillet.

Seasonings:

I used a mix of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. You need it to season both sides of your pork chops and then you’ll sprinkle the rest over your broth.

Veggies:

You’ll need an onion and some shredded carrots for this dish. They just add is some good flavor depths.

Cranberry Sauce for pork chops:

You’ll need a can of cranberry sauce. You’ll want the kind that has the whole cranberries in it. Then about a half cup of orange juice and a quarter cup of brown sugar.



This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.

How to Cook These Cranberry Pork Chops and Rice

The internal temp for pork chops?

When you cook these pork chops, you’ll want to make sure that the internal temperature makes it to 145 degrees. Sometimes, there’s no exact time for cooking. If you have a food thermometer, use it to see the internal temperature.

Step One:

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add in some olive oil.

Step two:

Mix together all of your seasonings and sprinkle them on both sides of the pork chops. Add them to your hot skillet and let them get a good char on each side.

Step three:

Add your onion, garlic and carrots to the pan. Let them all sear together for several minutes.

Step four:

In a separate pot, add your can of cranberry sauce, a half cup of orange juice and a quarter of a cup of brown sugar. Bring it to a boil then reduce heat

Step five:

Add in your rice then your broth to your skillet and remove from heat. Your broth should be barely covering your contents. Sprinkle some of the mixed seasonings over the top and then drizzle some of your glaze over the pork chops.

Step six:

Bake at 350 for about 25-30 minutes or until rice is fully cooked and the pork internal temperature is over 145 degrees. Serve with more glaze drizzled over the top. Enjoy!



This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.

Cranberry Pork Chops and Rice Bake

If you're in the mood for a fall dish, these cranberry pork chops and rice is it! I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.
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Equipment

  • Large Deep Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 5-6 Pork Chops
  • 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 Yellow Onion
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1/2 cup Wild Rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth
Cranberry Glaze
  • 1 can Cranberry Sauce with Whole Cranberries
  • 1 cup Orange Juice
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add in some olive oil.
  • Mix together all of your seasonings and sprinkle them on both sides of the pork chops. Add them to your hot skillet and let them get a good char on each side.
  • Add your onion, garlic and carrots to the pan. Let them all sear together for several minutes.
  • In a separate pot, add your can of cranberry sauce, a half cup of orange juice and a quarter of a cup of brown sugar. Bring it to a boil then reduce heat.
  • Add in your rice then your broth to your skillet and remove from heat. Your broth should be barely covering your contents. Sprinkle some of the mixed seasonings over the top and then drizzle some of your glaze over the pork chops.
  • Bake at 350 for about 25-30 minutes or until rice is fully cooked and the pork internal temperature is over 145 degrees. Serve with more glaze drizzled over the top. Enjoy!
This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.

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Please let me know if you tried this recipe! It’s the perfect dinner to really get you in the fall mood! Let me know here or in the comments below! Happy cooking!

This cranberry pork chops and rice bake is the perfect fall dinner. I made these pork chops last year. It's basically a seared pork chop topped with a glaze made from cranberry sauce, orange juice and brown sugar. I've recently added to it. It's the same concept, however, I made the full meal deal. I added rice and broth then topped it with the glaze. Let the chops finishing baking and rice cook for the best fall-inspired meal.



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