Pork Chops and Apple
Juicy, golden-brown pork chops meet the warm, caramelized sweetness of apples and onions in this comforting and elegant "Pork Chops and Apple" recipe. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish combines savory and sweet flavors with a subtly tangy kick from apple cider vinegar and honey-infused sauce. The bone-in pork chops are beautifully seared to lock in flavor, then simmered alongside tender apple wedges, caramelized onion slices, and fragrant fresh thyme. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan meal is easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, flavorful sauce. Ideal for fans of classic comfort food with a gourmet twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces apple (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 medium-sized yellow onion
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 0.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with the salt and black pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges. Thinly slice the onion into rings and set both 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 the chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the sliced apples and onions, cooking for 5-6 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
Add the thyme sprigs to the skillet, followed by the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the apple-onion mixture. Spoon some of the sauce over the chops.
Cover the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes over medium heat, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from heat and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes. Discard the thyme sprigs.
Serve the pork chops warm, topped with the apples, onions, and a generous spoonful of the sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.8 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 509 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.
