Pies and Plots

Writing Never Tasted So Sweet

  • Home
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Press
  • Contact
  • Books

Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork

November 6, 2014

Share
Pin
Tweet
Email
Print
Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork

Company’s coming over and you totally forgot. It’s okay to admit it – it happens to all of us, especially this time of year. You need to get dinner on the table in a flash because your company can’t know they slipped your mind.

Oh, and it has to be an impressive meal. One that looks like it came out of the pages of a fancy food magazine. Only you don’t have a staff full of people to help you prep, cook, plate, and clean up, now hours to do it yourself.

USA Pears

USA Pears

So it’s time to poach some USA Pears, grown in Oregon and Washington and broil some pork tenderloin. I know it sounds fussy and complicated, like you can’t do it, but you can. Trust me.

Poached pears are sophisticated and special, but they are simple to make. All you need are some USA Pears, there are ten varieties to choose from, a pot, and some poaching liquid and flavorings. Even better, pears that aren’t quite ripe are perfect for poaching, as they will soften in the cooking process. But if you were wondering, a perfectly ripe pear will yield to gentle pressure on its neck.

Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork

I bet you thought poached pears were just for dessert, didn’t you? Not anymore! Pork and fruit pair so well together that is seemed natural to me to put pork and pears together, especially with the sweet and savory approach I took using chicken stock.  An added bonus, this recipe is also gluten free!

While wine and sugar are common for poaching pears, use your creativity to mix things up by using tea, coffee, bourbon, beer, milk, or chicken stock like me. Your only limit is your creativity!

Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork

With those ten different varieties of USA Pears being harvested right now, ranging from the Yellow Bartletts we all know and love to the Starkrimson even I’m still searching for, it’s so fun to experiment with them. You never know when you’ll find your favorite. I poached the Yellow Bartletts, but I had a Green Anjou for dessert last night and it was stellar with crisp skin and juicy flesh.

No need to fear getting dinner on the table quickly and elegantly. Poached pears are here to save the day!

Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

Ingredients

Scale

Poached Pears

  • 3 or more Yellow Bartlett pears, peeled and cored, though left whole
  • 2 cups no salt added chicken stock, more as needed
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped

Broiled Pork Tenderloin

  • 1 1 pound pork tenderloin, silver skin removed
  • 2–3 tablespoons Dijon or grainy mustard
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. For the poached pears, place chicken stock, honey, and carrots in a medium pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add the pears. Simmer the pears for 15-25 minutes, depending on the ripeness of your pears. The pears are done when a knife can easily be inserted into the pears. Cool pears slightly in the liquid. Serve warm with some of the poaching liquid.
  2. For the pork, preheat broiler. Line a broiler safe pan with aluminum foil.
  3. Rub the pork tenderloin with the mustard so it is fully coated. Sprinkle with pepper. Broil for 12 minutes. Flip pork over and broil for an additional 12 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, before slicing and serving.

Notes

Recipe may be doubled or tripled easily – just increase the other ingredients accordingly. Cooking time may also increase.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Did you make this recipe?

Tag @piesandplots on Instagram

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

 

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Chicken Stock, Dinner, Gluten Free, Healthy, Mustard, Pears, Pork

Don’t Miss a Bite!

« Cinnamon Roll Granola Bars #SundaySupper
Nudo Italia Olive Oil Giveaway! »

Comments

  1. Johlene @Flavours & Frosting says

    November 7, 2014 at 6:22 am

    I love the combo of pork and peaches together!! 🙂

    Reply
  2. vanillasugarblog says

    November 7, 2014 at 7:54 pm

    Laura!
    I am so digging this!
    Pears with the pork and a hint of dijon? Oh yes please.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      November 8, 2014 at 10:40 am

      The mustard totally ties it together!

      Reply
  3. Debbie Eccard says

    November 7, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    What a fabulous way to use pears! And I love the pairing with pork!

    Reply
  4. Christina @ Sweet Pea's KItchen says

    November 8, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    Looks great! It’s hard to beat the pork/pear combo! 🙂

    Reply
    • Laura says

      November 10, 2014 at 11:50 am

      I think I may like pork with pears even better than apples!

      Reply
  5. Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says

    November 9, 2014 at 1:20 am

    Love your creative poached pears!! I never would have thought to use chicken stock for them.

    Reply

Trackbacks

  1. Weekly Meal Plan: June 27-July 3 | The Spiffy Cookie says:
    June 26, 2016 at 6:01 am

    […] Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork – Pies and Plots […]

    Reply
  2. Weekly Meal Plan - Foodtastic Mom says:
    June 27, 2016 at 7:02 am

    […] Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork – Pies and Plots […]

    Reply
  3. Weekly Meal Plan #33 | The Spiffy Cookie says:
    October 9, 2016 at 1:06 pm

    […] Chicken Stock Poached Pears with Broiled Pork – Pies and Plots […]

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

  • Bloglovin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Welcome to Pies and Plots. I’m Laura Dembowski, writer, baker, and fashionista sharing recipes, reviews, and tips to inspire you to enjoy life both inside and outside the kitchen.
…Read More

Don’t Miss a Bite!

my foodgawker gallery
TODAY.com Parenting Team FC Contributor

The Latest

Categories

piesandplots

Fashion 👡 👗Florida ☀️🌴 Fiction 🖋📚 Food 🎂🥩
Cause of Death is available now! 🥳
#ootdshare #floridavibes #amwriting #bakersofinstagram

Laura Dembowski
Merry Christmas from my family to yours 🎄 ⛄️❤💚❤

#merrychristmas #christmasvibes #christmastree #christmasdecorations #christmastime #christmasfashion #holidayseason #holidayvibes #holidayspirit #holidayfashion #familytime #familyphotography #familygoals #familyisforever #rcmemories #ritzcarlton #ritzcarltonorlando #ootdshare #ootdfashion #strikeapose #model #floridaholiday #floridachristmas #orlandoinfluencer #orlandofl #thecitybeautiful #tistheseason #tisthedamnseason #blondehairdontcare #lookgoodfeelgood
I'm loving wearing metallics this holiday season 💖💖💖 They bring that Christmas vibe but in a more sophisticated, subtle way. The details for this outfit are on the blog, and I'll have a new post with more gold and silver tomorrow ✨️ 💛 

#ontheblog #linkinprofile #fashiondiaries #fashionista #fashionnova #fashionstyle #ootdshare #christmasvibes #christmastime #christmasfashion #holidayvibes #holidayseason #holidayspirit #metallicdress #golddress #oscardelarenta #blondehairdontcare #cheerstolife #cheersyall #redlipclassic #redlips #floridaholiday #orlandoinfluencer #orlandofl #floridagirl #thecitybeautiful #rcmemories #ritzcarltonorlando #ritzcarlton #happygirl
Currently craving a giant slice of this Espresso V Currently craving a giant slice of this Espresso Vanilla Bean Tiramisu Cake. Then again, when am I not craving it??? This cake has all the flavors of tiramisu and is covered in a drippy glaze that packs a second kick of coffee. So that means it's totally acceptable to eat this for breakfast, right??? ☕😋

#ontheblog #linkinprofile #cakecakecake #tiramisu #tiramisucake #imsomartha #thebakefeed #feedfeed #thekitchn #buzzfeedfood #huffposttaste #todayfood #yahoofood #bonappetit #cakeforbreakfast #breakfastofchampions #grainfree #christmasvibes #christmascake #christmasrecipe #comfortfood #butfirstcoffee #halfbakedharvest #coffeerecipes #coffeecake #glutenfree #vanillabean #tiramisurecipe #holidayrecipe
Champagne and caviar are a classic flavor combinat Champagne and caviar are a classic flavor combination, but they make a pretty awesome and festive fashion combination too. Navy and black dresses, paired with metallic accessories is an elegant yet updated holiday look. These outfit details are on the blog right now! 🥂

#ontheblog #linkinprofile #ootdshare #festivefashion #christmasoutfit #champagneandcaviar #holidayoutfit #christmasvibes #holidayvibes #fashioninspo #styleinspo #lookgoodfeelgood #festiveseason #metallicdress #lbd #lacedress #ladydiorbag #dressup #strikeapose #model #floridachristmas #floridaholidays #sunsetvibes #smize #thecitybeautiful #orlandoinfluencer #blondehairdontcare #cheersyall #merrychristmas
Cookie baking season is upon us 😋 While the cla Cookie baking season is upon us 😋 While the classics are always nice, it can be a lot of fun to play around with new flavor combinations like the ones in these Tahini Cookies studded with crunchy almonds and chewy raisins. Think of them like a peanut butter cookie's more sophisticated older sister 😎 And head over to the blog to snag the recipe 🍪

#ontheblog #linkinprofile #cookiemonster #cookiesofinstagram #cookiestagram #healthycookies #cookiesforbreakfast #tahinicookies #tahinirecipe #tahini #cookieseason #christmascookies #imsomartha #f52grams #foodgawker #huffposttaste #buzzfeedfood #todayfood #yahoofood #bonapetit #cookierecipe #paleocookies #christmasbaking #ambaking #holidaybaking #breakfastcookies #foodfluencer #uniquecookies #almondcookie
Ready to wear all the cozy clothes and festive col Ready to wear all the cozy clothes and festive colors 🎄💚

The details for this outfit are on the blog!

#ontheblog #linkinprofile #ootdshare #ootdfashion #fashionstyle #styleinspo #christmasoutfit #christmasvibes #holidayvibes #sweaterweather #cozyclothes #floridachristmas #floridaholiday #lookgoodfeeltgood #strikeapose #model #orlandoinfluencer #orlandofl #thecitybeautiful #blondehairdontcare #denimskirt #chunkysweater #smize #happygirl #positivevibes #inthespirit #tistheseason #tisthedamnseason #downtownorlando
Load More... Follow on Instagram
  • Bloglovin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2023 · Pies and Plots · Web Design by Viva la Violet