Pork Chops with Apples and Thyme
Elevate your dinner table with these succulent Pork Chops with Apples and Thyme, a dish that balances savory and sweet in perfect harmony. Juicy seared pork chops are paired with tender, caramelized Granny Smith apples, infused with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. A rich, buttery garlic sauce ties the flavors together, all simmered to perfection in the same skillet for effortless cooking. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a beautifully rustic presentation, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Serve these flavorful pork chops with the luscious apple-thyme sauce draped on top, and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: pork chops with apples, thyme-infused recipes, one-skillet meals, savory and sweet pork recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 pieces Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Honey
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan and allow it to become hot but not smoking.
Place the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the pork chops and set them aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced apples to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and caramelize.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the honey. Add the fresh thyme sprigs and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the apple mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 8-10 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the pork chops.
Remove the skillet from heat. Discard the thyme sprigs. Serve the pork chops with the apples and sauce spooned over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 708 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*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.
