Smoked Pork Chops with Apples
Elevate your dinner table with these succulent Smoked Pork Chops with Apples, a dish that marries savory and sweet flavors in perfect harmony. Featuring tender smoked pork chops seared to golden perfection and paired with caramelized Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples coated in a buttery brown sugar glaze, this recipe is an irresistible blend of rustic charm and gourmet appeal. A dash of cinnamon and nutmeg adds warm, cozy notes to the dish, making it ideal for fall feasts, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for bold, comforting flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this skillet-cooked masterpiece is as quick as it is impressive. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite side dish for a balanced, flavorful meal that’s sure to win hearts. Don't miss this tantalizing combination of smoked pork chops and apples for your next culinary adventure!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Smoked pork chops
- 3 pieces Apples (preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the smoked pork chops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Core and slice the apples into 1/4-inch wedges. Leave the skin on for added texture and color.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the smoked pork chops and sear on each side for 2-3 minutes until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Allow it to melt, then stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is bubbling.
Add the sliced apples to the skillet, tossing them in the butter-sugar mixture to coat them evenly. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are slightly softened and caramelized but still hold their shape.
Return the smoked pork chops to the skillet, nestling them among the apples. Spoon some of the pan sauce over the pork chops.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and ensuring the pork is heated through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest for 2 minutes. Serve the smoked pork chops with the caramelized apples, spooning additional sauce from the pan over the top.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 95.2 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 5978 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.6 g | ||
| Protein | 95.3 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1908 mg | 41% | |
*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.
