Pork Chops with Apples and Bacon
Transform your weeknight dinner into a masterpiece with this irresistible recipe for Pork Chops with Apples and Bacon. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich medley of tender apples, caramelized onions, and a touch of cinnamon for a comforting, sweet-savory flavor profile. Crispy bacon crumbles add a smoky crunch, while fresh thyme and a splash of chicken stock elevate the dish to gourmet status. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is perfect for a cozy family meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or your favorite roasted veggies for a meal that’s as comforting as it is elegant. With its combination of seasonal flavors and hearty protein, it’s the perfect fall-inspired dinner recipe that everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 pieces apple (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, place on a paper towel-lined plate, and crumble once cooled. Leave the bacon grease in the skillet.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet with the bacon grease and heat over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the thinly sliced onion and cook for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and thyme. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the apples are tender but not mushy.
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the apple and onion mixture. Spoon some of the mixture over the chops.
Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let the pork chops cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top before serving. Serve the pork chops warm, with some of the apple and onion mixture spooned on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 108 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 741 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 532 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.
