Pork Chops with Apples Cranberries
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these flavorful Pork Chops with Apples and Cranberries, a comforting dish that combines sweet and savory in every bite. Perfectly seared, juicy bone-in pork chops are nestled in a luscious skillet sauce featuring caramelized onions, tender apple slices, and tart fresh cranberries, all enhanced by a touch of honey, cinnamon, and apple cider. This one-pan recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and is beautifully finished with fresh thyme for an earthy aroma. Serve over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside roasted vegetables for a meal that’s as cozy as it is impressive. Perfect for fall or any time you're craving a sweet and savory balance!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium (thinly sliced) yellow onion
- 2 medium (cored and sliced, skin on) apples
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cup apple cider
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
Directions
Step 1
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and a light sprinkling of ground cinnamon. Let them sit at room temperature while you prepare the other ingredients.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter is melted and the pan is hot, sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Stir in the sliced onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 4
Add the sliced apples to the skillet and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples start to caramelize and the onions are golden and tender.
Step 5
Stir in the fresh cranberries, honey, and apple cider. Use a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to allow the cranberries to slightly soften and the sauce to thicken.
Step 6
Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet, spooning some of the apple-cranberry mixture over the top. Scatter the fresh thyme sprigs over the dish, cover the skillet with a lid, and reduce the heat to low.
Step 7
Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the thyme sprigs before serving.
Step 8
Serve the pork chops hot, topped with the apple-cranberry mixture, and enjoy with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1708.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2825.1 |
| Total Fat 165.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 606mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2858.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 97.7g | |
| Protein 195.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 202.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3418.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories