Chops and Chunky Apples
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this hearty and flavorful "Chops and Chunky Apples" recipe, where tender, golden-seared bone-in pork chops are perfectly paired with caramelized chunks of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples. Seasoned with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this dish strikes a perfect balance of savory and sweet. A luscious pan sauce made from melted butter, brown sugar, chicken stock, and fresh thyme ties it all together, creating an irresistible depth of flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this satisfying one-skillet meal is both elegant and comforting, ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 3 pieces large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 cups chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside to let the flavors absorb while preparing the apples.
Peel, core, and roughly chop the apples into 1-inch chunks. Set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves.
Add the chopped apples to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and caramelize.
Pour in the chicken stock and add the fresh thyme. Stir to combine.
Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, nestling them among the apples. Cover and let everything simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Plate the pork chops and spoon the chunky apples and sauce over the top.
Serve warm and enjoy your Chops and Chunky Apples paired with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 575 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 537 mg | 11% | |
*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.
