Winter Pork Chops
Cozy up with the hearty flavors of Winter Pork Chops, a dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe features tender, bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with caramelized onions, sweet-tart Granny Smith apples, and hints of cinnamon and rosemary. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-skillet meal combines savory and subtly sweet flavors for an elegant yet comforting dinner. The addition of chicken broth and heavy cream creates a luscious sauce that's perfect for spooning over mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Whether you're entertaining or looking for an elevated weeknight dinner, these Winter Pork Chops are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 large Granny Smith apple
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Begin by patting the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.
Thinly slice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Core the Granny Smith apple and cut it into thin slices.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the garlic and sliced apple. Sprinkle with fresh rosemary and ground cinnamon, and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops again and set them aside, loosely covered with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to low and stir the heavy cream into the sauce. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serve the pork chops on a plate and generously spoon the apple and onion sauce over the top. Enjoy immediately with sides such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.1 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 701 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 517 mg | 11% | |
*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.
