Cinnamon Apple Pork Chops Recipe
Savor the cozy flavors of autumn with this irresistible Cinnamon Apple Pork Chops recipe. Perfectly seared pork chops are paired with tender, caramelized apple slices bathed in a luscious butter-honey-cinnamon sauce, creating a sweet and savory symphony that's ready in just 35 minutes. This one-skillet wonder is not only bursting with hearty, comforting flavors but also makes cleanup a breeze, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner party. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed veggies, this dish is a beautiful balance of simplicity and sophistication. Whether you're embracing fall's bounty or looking for an easy yet impressive meal, this cinnamon apple pork chop recipe is guaranteed to delight both the eyes and the taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 pieces medium apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and honey, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and toss to coat them in the butter-honey mixture. Pour in the water and let the apples cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender but not mushy.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them among the apples. Spoon some of the sauce over the chops and let everything simmer together for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
Transfer the pork chops and apples to a serving platter, drizzle with extra sauce from the skillet, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve warm with your choice of side dishes such as mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2026 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.5 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 362 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2655 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.9 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.7 g | ||
| Protein | 102.0 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1939 mg | 41% | |
*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.
