Pork Chop with Apple and Sage
Transform your dinner table with the rustic elegance of Pork Chops with Apple and Sage—an irresistible blend of savory and sweet flavors that turn a weeknight meal into a culinary masterpiece. This recipe features tender, golden-seared bone-in pork chops simmered in a fragrant pan sauce made with caramelized apples, fresh sage, garlic, and a touch of honey and lemon juice for balance. The dish not only highlights the seasonal charm of apples but also offers a comforting, earthy richness from sage and butter, creating the perfect harmony of flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive addition to your dinner party repertoire. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delectable sauce and make every bite unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 10 leaves fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 pieces large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with kosher salt and ground black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Sear the pork chops on each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and chopped sage. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add sliced apples to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened and golden.
Stir in the chicken broth, honey, and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze it.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them amongst the apple slices.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let everything simmer for 10-12 minutes until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the pork chops with the caramelized apples and pan sauce drizzled on top. Optionally, garnish with extra sage leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 547 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 530 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.
