Pork Chops with Creamy Applesauce

Elevate your dinner table with these succulent Pork Chops with Creamy Applesauce, a recipe that perfectly marries savory and sweet flavors. Tender, bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection and then nestled into a rich, velvety applesauce made with fresh apples, a hint of cinnamon, brown sugar, and a splash of heavy cream. The dish is finished with a touch of lemon juice and optional fresh thyme for a subtle burst of brightness. Easy to prepare in under 45 minutes, this dish is the ultimate comfort food, ideal for cozy family dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve these irresistible pork chops with creamy applesauce alongside roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for a complete, mouthwatering meal. Perfect for those searching for a refined yet approachable dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium, and melt the butter in the skillet. Add the chopped apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the apples soften.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 5

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy applesauce. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 6

Taste the applesauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Serve the pork chops topped with the creamy applesauce, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1341.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2545.7

Total Fat 177.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 590mg	0%
Sodium 3047.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 62.4g
Protein 147.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.7mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2553.2mg	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: 63.8%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 12.6%