Sticky Maple Pork with Apples
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Sticky Maple Pork with Apples recipe—a comforting, one-skillet dish that’s as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Tender pork medallions are pan-seared to golden perfection, then paired with caramelized apple slices for a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The dish is brought together with a luscious maple syrup and apple cider vinegar glaze, enhanced by the aromatic touch of garlic and fresh thyme. Ready in just 40 minutes, this elegant meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality experience at home. Keywords: sticky maple pork, pork with apples, maple glaze recipe, one-skillet pork recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork tenderloin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp Flour
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 large Apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
Instructions
Trim the pork tenderloin of any excess fat and slice it into 1-inch thick medallions. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel.
Season the pork medallions on both sides with salt and ground black pepper. Lightly dust each piece with flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter is melted and bubbly, add the pork medallions in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Toss in the sliced apples and drizzle the lemon juice over them. Sauté the apples for 4-5 minutes until golden and slightly softened. Remove the apples from the skillet and set them aside with the pork.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the pan by adding the apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Add the maple syrup, chicken broth, and fresh thyme leaves. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until it begins to thicken into a glaze.
Return the pork medallions and apples to the skillet, turning the medallions to coat them in the glaze. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well-coated in the sticky glaze.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the Sticky Maple Pork with Apples immediately, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 943 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 704 mg | 15% | |
*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.
