Candied Pork Chops

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Sweet and savory candied pork chops feature a caramelized glaze infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors that appeals to those who enjoy bold, comforting meals with a touch of sweetness.

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Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 lb. pork chops
  • 1 lb. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 1 chopped onion
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Place pork chops in a 13 x 9-inch dish.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Sprinkle chopped onion, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and brown sugar over the chops.
  4. Cook in a 425°F oven until nicely done and glazed, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

545 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.6g 23% DV
Total Fat 27.1g 35% DV
Carbs 73.8g 27% DV
Fiber 14.5g 52% DV
Sugar 33.3g 67% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9951mg 100% DV
Potassium 541mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 19.5mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.8mcg
Vitamin C 1.3mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 287mg 22% DV
Iron 4.8mg 27% DV
Diet fit High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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