Pork Chops with Apples
Pork Chops with Apples is a delightful comfort food dish that combines juicy, seared pork chops with sweet, caramelized apples. This easy-to-make recipe not only fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas but also creates a heartwarming meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With simple ingredients and straightforward cooking techniques, you’ll impress your loved ones while enjoying restaurant-quality flavors right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Slice the apples and onion.
- Sear the pork chops: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt butter. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
- Sauté aromatics: Remove pork chops; add onions to the skillet and cook until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add apples: Stir in sliced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cook for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Combine: Pour in chicken broth, return pork chops to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
- Serve: Plate the pork chops topped with caramelized apples. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with apple topping (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute pears for apples or add a splash of apple cider vinegar for tang. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.