Apple Buttered Pork Loin
Transform your dinner table with this irresistibly flavorful Apple Buttered Pork Loin, a recipe that perfectly balances savory and sweet in every bite. This dish features a tender, golden-browned pork loin coated in a luscious apple butter glaze infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, along with fragrant rosemary. Succulent slices of apples and caramelized onions add depth to the dish, while a touch of apple cider vinegar and chicken broth create a savory-sweet pan sauce that elevates each slice. Roasted to perfection in a single skillet, this hearty entrée is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve with a drizzle of pan juices for a luxurious finishing touch that will impress your family and guests alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork loin
- 1 cup Apple butter
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 medium Apples (Gala or Honeycrisp), sliced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels and season it on all sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced apples, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
In a small bowl, combine the apple butter, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and chopped rosemary. Mix well to create a glaze.
Deglaze the skillet by adding 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Return the pork loin to the skillet, nestling it among the sautéed apples and onions.
Brush the apple butter glaze generously over the pork loin, ensuring it is well coated.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 60-75 minutes, basting the pork with the pan juices every 20 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve sliced pork loin with the caramelized apples and onions, drizzled with pan juices for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.2 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.9 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 3505 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.5 g | ||
| Protein | 251.4 g | 503% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 4690 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
