Bring a touch of nostalgic comfort to your dinner table with this "Pork Chops and Applesauce Brady Bunch Style" recipe, a heartwarming nod to a classic family favorite. Juicy bone-in pork chops are seasoned with a savory blend of salt, black pepper, and paprika before being perfectly seared to a golden brown. The dish is elevated with a homemade applesauce featuring tender slices of sweet apples infused with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of buttery richness, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder combines tender protein and a luscious fruit topping for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal. Serve with mashed potatoes or a crisp side salad to complete this vintage-inspired dinner that's as timeless as it is delicious.
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Cook the apples over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and the mixture has thickened slightly.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the applesauce mixture. Cover the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Serve the pork chops warm with a generous spoonful of the applesauce on top or on the side.
Calories |
2959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 165.5 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.5 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 610 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 3005 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.7 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.6 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.6 g | ||
| Protein | 197.1 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3874 mg | 82% | |
*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.