January Pork
Warm up your winter evenings with "January Pork," a cozy and flavorful dish that perfectly balances savory and sweet. This recipe features succulent bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection, then simmered with caramelized apple slices in a luscious sauce infused with garlic, thyme, chicken broth, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Finished with a touch of heavy cream for a velvety texture, this dish is garnished with vibrant parsley for a fresh, aromatic touch. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, "January Pork" offers a comforting, restaurant-quality meal ideal for busy weeknights or intimate family dinners. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the rich, savory-sweet sauce, and savor the hearty flavors of this irresistible seasonal recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 pieces apple, thinly sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 quarter cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with 1 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper, allowing them to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chops and set them aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium, add the butter, and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar. Stir while scraping the bottom of the skillet to release the browned bits.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them among the apple slices, and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops and apple slices from the skillet and arrange them on a serving platter.
Increase the heat to medium and whisk the heavy cream into the skillet sauce, allowing it to thicken for 3-4 minutes.
Pour the creamy pan sauce over the pork chops and apples, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2750 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.9 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.5 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 666 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 5782 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 197.5 g | 395% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 3294 mg | 70% | |
*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.
