Pork Chops with Apples Onions and Cheesy Baked Potatoes
Elevate your weeknight dinner repertoire with this irresistible recipe for Pork Chops with Apples, Onions, and Cheesy Baked Potatoes. Perfectly seared bone-in pork chops are paired with a sweet-and-savory medley of caramelized apples and onions, infused with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme. On the side, indulgently creamy baked potatoes are loaded with melted sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese, making them the ultimate comfort food companion. Ready in just over an hour, this hearty and satisfying dish blends rustic flavors with a touch of elegance, making it an ideal choice for both family dinners and entertaining guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 pieces apples (firm, such as Honeycrisp, sliced)
- 1 large yellow onion (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 4 pieces russet potatoes
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons scallions (chopped, optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub the russet potatoes and pat them dry. Use a fork to poke a few holes in each potato. Place them on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes, or until soft when pierced with a knife.
Meanwhile, pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tenting them with aluminum foil.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the sliced onions and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until they start to soften.
Add the apple slices to the skillet with the onions. Sprinkle in the fresh thyme and cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples and onions are golden and caramelized.
Once the potatoes are baked, carefully slice them open down the middle and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
Drizzle the heavy cream over the potato flesh and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan. Place the potatoes back into the oven under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
To serve, place a pork chop on each plate and top with a generous spoonful of the caramelized apples and onions. Serve alongside the cheesy baked potatoes, garnished with chopped scallions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 273.4 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.7 g | 634% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 5681 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 270.3 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.2 g | ||
| Protein | 293.8 g | 588% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 2413 mg | 186% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 8251 mg | 176% | |
*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.
