Pork Chops with Applesauce
Juicy, pan-seared pork chops and a sweet, spiced homemade applesauce come together in perfect harmony in this classic "Pork Chops with Applesauce" recipe. Tender bone-in or boneless pork chops are seasoned and cooked to golden perfection, then paired with a warming applesauce made from fresh Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. The applesauce is gently simmered until soft and mashed to your preferred texture, delivering a touch of comforting sweetness to complement the pork's savory richness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this family-friendly recipe combines easy preparation with a touch of gourmet flair, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a hearty, balanced meal that highlights the classic pairing of pork and apples.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 4 medium Apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops.
Cook the pork chops for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest on a plate under foil.
While the pork chops are cooking, peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped apples, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 0.5 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 0.25 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
Bring the apple mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft.
Using a potato masher or fork, mash the apples to your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender.
Taste the applesauce and adjust sweetness or acidity, if needed, by adding more brown sugar or lemon juice.
Return the skillet to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to make a quick pan sauce. Scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for flavor.
Serve the pork chops warm with a generous spoonful of homemade applesauce on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 814 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
