1. Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1 minute or until softened. Add apples; cook and stir 5 minutes or until apples start to soften.
2. Stir in apple juice, dates, lemon juice and vanilla. Add sugar, cinnamon and ginger; stir until well blended. Reduce heat to medium-low.
3. Cook 5 to 10 minutes or until apples are softened and liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in pecans. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Make Ahead: Chutney can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cover and store in refrigerator. To warm chutney, microwave in microwavable bowl on HIGH 1 to 2 minutes, stirring halfway through cook time.