Description
Pork chops with apples and onions create a delightful harmony of sweet and savory flavors that is perfect for any occasion. This simple yet elegant dish combines juicy, tender pork chops with caramelized apples and earthy onions, enveloping your kitchen in an irresistible aroma. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe guarantees satisfaction for your taste buds and companions alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 2 medium Honeycrisp or Fuji apples, sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering ingredients and preheating a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper.
- Add olive oil to the hot skillet. Sear the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chops temporarily; add sliced onions to the skillet, cooking for about 3 minutes until softened. Then incorporate sliced apples and stir until fragrant.
- Return the pork chops to the pan atop the onion-apple mixture. Add thyme sprigs and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
- Cover loosely and cook on low heat for another 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with apple-onion mixture (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg