Lip-smacking Pork Chops
These are irresistible. These are the top reasons why we think you're going to like this recipe:
- the sauce is thick, delicious, and naturally sweet, thanks to honey and apples
- the meat is tender, juicy, and seasoned with Mediterranean spices
- a wonderful family meal
- the apples are sweet, fruity, soft, and they balance the sauce beautifully
- one-pan recipe
- feel free to store it in the fridge or freezer for later
How to make these Pork Chops with Apples and Onion at home
These Pork Chops are first seared and then slow-cooked in one pan. The sauce is luscious and delicious, made with honey, onion, shallot, apples, and herbs. The preparation is simple, but we think this dish is more appropriate for weekends and special occasions. You can find the whole list of ingredients below; here is a quick overview for easier preparation.
- Season the pork chops and sprinkle them with flour.
- Sear the pork chops in the pan.
- Make the sauce using onion, shallot, garlic, vegetable (or meat) broth, and spices.
- Add the pork chops and apples.
- Cook for 40 - 45 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite side dish.
What to serve with Pork Chops
Serve the Pork Chops with Apples and Onion with that delicious honey onion apple sauce. For the side, we would choose one of these:
- Spaetzle
- Gnocchi
- Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi
- Best Mashed Potato
- Creamiest Mashed Cauliflower
- Mlinci (Baked Noodles)
- Slovenian Cheese Dumplings
Storing and freezing
There are two ways to store these tasty Pork Chops with Apples and Onion.
Keep the chilled Pork Chops with Apples and Onion in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to 3 days. Before serving, reheat in the microwave oven or using a skillet.
Feel free to freeze the Pork Chops with Apples and Onion too. Place the chilled pork (with or without the sauce) in a freezer bag or a freezer-friendly container and place it in the freezer for up to 1 month. Before serving, defrost at room temperature (or in the fridge overnight), then reheat in the microwave oven or using a skillet.
Don't forget about these pork recipes
- Marinated Grilled Pork Chops
- Pork Chops with Apples, Quince, and Sage
- Roasted Pork Tacos with Pineapple (Al Pastor)
- Braised Pork Shoulder with Pepper Tomato Sauce
- Pork Tenderloin Wrapped in Prosciutto
- Boneless Pork Loin Roast with Sage and Garlic
- Pork Roast and Sauerkraut Burger
METHOD
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prepare the pork chops
Pat dry pork chops using paper towels and place them on a large plate. Season with salt and pepper. Add flour to a separate plate and coat one side of the pork chops with flour. Don't discard the remaining flour; save it for later.
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sear the meat
Place a large pan with butter over high heat. Add the first two pork chops with the floured side down when the butter melts. Sear for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Place the seared pork chops in a baking dish. Repeat the process with the rest of the meat, and transfer it to the baking dish. Add apple cider vinegar and water to a pan and cook for a few seconds to deglaze. Scrape all those delicious flavors from the bottom of the pan, and pour the liquid over the pork in the baking dish.
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cook the pork chops
Add a tablespoon of butter to the same pan and place over medium heat. Peel the shallot, onion, and garlic and cut them into thin slices. When the butter melts, add the shallot, onion, and garlic, and cook for 4 minutes. Then add the remaining flour (1 1/2 tbsp) and continue to cook for 4 minutes. Add the broth or water, stir and bring to a boil. Simmer for 2 minutes, then add the honey, thyme, marjoram, and rosemary. Peel the apples, remove the core, and cut them into wedges. Stir, and add the pork chops and apples. Cover with a lid and cook for 40 - 45 minutes or until the pork chops are tender and juicy.
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serve
Divide the pork chops between four plates. Pour the sauce over the meat and add a few cooked apples on the side. Serve with your favorite side dish.
