Nana's Pork Chop and Sauerkraut Skillet

Transform dinnertime into a nostalgic culinary experience with Nana’s Pork Chop and Sauerkraut Skillet, a one-pan wonder that’s as flavorful as it is comforting. This hearty recipe combines tender, golden-seared bone-in pork chops with tangy sauerkraut, sweet apple slices, and a touch of brown sugar for a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Enhanced with aromatic caraway seeds, sautéed onions, and a savory chicken broth base, this dish is slow-simmered to perfection, ensuring every bite is infused with rich, homestyle flavor. Ready in just under an hour, this easy skillet meal is ideal for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the succulent juices! Keywords: pork chop skillet, sauerkraut and apple recipes, one-pan dinner, homestyle comfort food, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups sauerkraut, drained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 2 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Dredge the pork chops lightly in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is shimmering, sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the sliced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Stir in the sauerkraut, chicken broth, and caraway seeds. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet, spooning some of the sauerkraut mixture over the top.

Step 7

Scatter the sliced apples over the sauerkraut and pork chops, then sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the skillet.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the pork chops are tender and fully cooked with an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm, directly from the skillet, with your favorite side dish such as mashed potatoes or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2305.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2609.1

Total Fat 140.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 7842.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 61.8g
Protein 207.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 331.1mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 4177.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 19.5%