Easy Saucy Applesauce Pork Chops
Transform your weeknight dinners with these Easy Saucy Applesauce Pork Chops, a comforting dish bursting with sweet and savory flavors. The tender, bone-in pork chops are perfectly seared for a golden crust, then simmered in a luscious applesauce-based sauce featuring the warm essence of cinnamon and nutmeg, a touch of tangy apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Caramelized onions elevate the flavor, while a quick prep and 35-minute cook time make this recipe ideal for busy evenings. Serve these pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed veggies for a hearty, family-friendly meal that's as effortless as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of cozy, one-skillet meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
Dredge the pork chops in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and the remaining salt and black pepper.
Pour the applesauce mixture into the skillet with the onions, stirring to combine.
Return the seared pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 25 minutes, flipping the pork chops halfway through cooking.
Check the pork chops for doneness (internal temperature should reach 145°F or 63°C). Adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or steamed green beans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 503 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.
