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    Published: May, 2024. Updated: May, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    Move Over Chicken! 20 Pork Recipes That Burst with Irresistible Flavor

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    Tired of the same old chicken recipes? Pork is here to take center stage! This versatile meat can be transformed into a delicious dinner that will have your family raving.

    From slow-cooked pulled pork with cauliflower rice and guacamole to sizzling pork chops and smoky BBQ pork ribs, our list of 20 pork recipes is bursting with irresistible flavor.

    With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, these recipes make cooking with pork a breeze.

    Georgian Shashlik or Mtsvadi

    Shashlik skewers on a white plate.
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    Juicy, flavorful and incredibly delicious Georgian Shashlik or Mtsvadi. Classic recipe that my family has been making for years. Easy and requires just 4 ingredients. Get the recipe.

    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Cauliflower Rice + Guacamole

    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Cauliflower Rice + Guacamole in a bowl.
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    Pork shoulder is slow-cooked with fresh pineapple, bacon, garlic, and apple cider vinegar and then served over cilantro lime cauliflower "rice" and topped with fresh guacamole. This super tasty meal is perfect for feeding a crowd or makes for some amazing leftovers! Get the recipe.

    Pineapple Pork Tenderloin

    Pork Tenderloin in Tomato Ginger Sauce on a plate.
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    I've always had a thing for sweet and sour meat dishes. The simple combination of lovely ingredients brings out the most unexpected flavors. Pineapple Pork Tenderloin is a filling and comforting food that always goes well. It is one of the most popular dishes in Chinese cuisine. And since the ingredients are so widely available, it's a no-brainer not to make this deliciousness at home. Get the recipe.

    Dutch Split Pea Soup

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    Are you craving comfort food? This Dutch Split Pea Soup is exactly what you need to make when it's cold outside. Loaded with heartwarming flavors of bacon, Polish kielbasa and vegetables, this traditional Dutch soup is a great way for putting your split peas to use. Get the recipe.

    Pork Tenderloin with Peaches

    Pork Tenderloin with Peaches close up.
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    A new dinner recipe your family will love! This Pork Tenderloin With Peaches is juicy, tender, and so delicious! Garlic and cilantro marinade infuses the meat with flavor, and a slightly sweet and tangy peach sauce adds a warm and comforting aroma to the dish. Get the recipe.

    Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies

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    This Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies is a quick and fuss-free dinner recipe for busy weeknights. Just dump all of the ingredients on a cooking tray and bake. This recipe can be made with regular sausages and any vegetables you have in your fridge. Get the recipe.

    Spanish Style Pork Chops 

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    These comfort food at its best Spanish Style Pork Chops are crispy on the outside and stuffed with delicious combo of ham, roasted peppers and cheese. This recipe is a perfect way to turn regular pork chops into a scrumptious and satisfying dinner. Get the recipe.

    Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin (Buzhenina)

    Buzhenina on a foil.
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    There's so much flavor in this JUICY and flavorful Buzhenina (Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin). It hardly takes any effort to make and perfect for dinner or holidays. Get the recipe.

    One Pot Pork Vegetable Stew

    Pork Vegetable Stew in a plate.
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    Easy to prepare One Pot Pork Vegetable Stew is a delicious and comforting weeknight meal your family will enjoy. Get the recipe.

    Kale Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

    Cream Cheese and Kale Stuffed Bake Pork Tenderloin close up.
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    Meat lovers rejoice! This Cream Cheese And Kale Stuffed Bake Pork Tenderloin in a Crispy Wrapped Bacon is a pleasure to your tastebuds. If you make it just once, I promise, you'll be making it again. Get the recipe.

    Crockpot Chili Recipe

    Crockpot Chili in a bowl.
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    Not to brag, but if I had another Cook-off, I would have won it again and again. This Crockpot Chili Recipe combines all the flavors of my original Award Winning Chili but also has some new unexpected ingredients. Get the recipe.

    Homemade Pork and Bean recipe

    Homemade Pork and Beans in a pan.
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    Craving a delicious dish that’s quick and easy to make? This Homemade Pork and Beans recipe is the one for you! With tender chunks of pork shoulder, crispy bacon, and soft navy beans, it’s a dish that's as satisfying as it looks! What’s best is that it’s ready from scratch in just 35 minutes! Get the recipe.

    Roasted Garlic and Onion Pork Chops

    Roasted Garlic and Onion Pork Chops on a sheet pan close up.
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    This recipe is pretty quick and easy. It’ll take you about 30 minutes to prepare if you are quick with the onions and garlic. So if you are making rice or veggies to go with this, the time in the oven gives you time to focus on any side dishes you might serve with this. Get the recipe.

    Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe

    Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe in a bowl. Close-up view.
    Photo credit: Pups With Chopsticks

    A traditional Chinese sweet and sour pork recipe, made with crispy pork, pineapple, peppers, and onions tossed in a sticky and sweet and sour sauce - better than takeout! Get the recipe.

    Baked Pork Chops

    Baked Pork Chops on a black plate.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

    Baked pork chops are not just a tasty dish but also one that's simple to make, even for beginners in the cooking world. This straightforward recipe is all about making something incredibly delicious, with minimal ingredients and effort. Get the recipe.

    Delicious Air Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops

    Honey Mustard Pork Chop on a plate.
    Photo credit: xoxo Bella

    I love the versatility of pork chops. This air fryer honey mustard pork chops recipe is the latest recipe I’ve made and it’s so good! This 30 minute meal is perfect after a busy day at work. Making a tasty honey mustard pork chop sauce is super-easy too! You will LOVE this delicious air fried pork recipe. They are flavorful, juicy pork chops. Get the recipe.

    Instant Pot Coconut Pork with Turmeric Ginger Rice

    Instant pot turmeric pork in a bowl.
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    This Instant Pot coconut pork is cooked with turmeric, ginger, cinnamon and cardamom. It’s aromatic, juicy and tender and perfect served over turmeric ginger rice with dried fruit and sliced almonds. Get the recipe.

    Instant Pot Sweet Balsamic Pork Roast

    Sweet Balsamic Pork Roast on a plate.
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    This Instant Pot sweet balsamic pork roast is delicious and flavorful, with balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce making the best glaze. Plus it cooks in under one hour! Get the recipe.

    Instant Pot Pork Chops

    Two Instant Pot Pork Chops on a plate.
    Photo credit: Low Carb Africa

    This Instant Pot Pork Chops recipe is destined to be one of your favorite dinners. Heavy cream, beef stock, and aromatic spices come together to make a creamy and delicious dish! Get the recipe.

    Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs

    Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs on a board close up.
    Photo credit: Pear Tree Kitchen

    Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs are perfect for lazy weekends and gameday entertaining.  Start the ribs early in the day and have tender ribs by late afternoon! Get the recipe.

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    Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
    Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.

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