Pork Chops with Golden Applesauce

Transform your dinner table into a comforting culinary masterpiece with these tender *Pork Chops with Golden Applesauce*. This savory-sweet recipe features perfectly seasoned, bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection and nestled in a luxurious applesauce made with caramelized onions, Golden Delicious apples, warm cinnamon, and a splash of apple cider. The subtle hint of thyme and bright touch of lemon juice balance the richness of the dish, creating a harmony of flavors that’s nothing short of irresistible. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is ideal for weeknight meals or casual entertaining. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal that will have everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: pork chops, applesauce, skillet dinner, easy weeknight meals, savory-sweet recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 large Yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium Golden Delicious apples, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Apple cider
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, 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 on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced apples, brown sugar, apple cider, lemon juice, and thyme to the skillet. Stir well to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and the mixture has thickened into a sauce-like consistency.

Step 7

Return the pork chops and any accumulated juices from the plate back to the skillet. Spoon the applesauce over the chops and cover with a lid.

Step 8

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the pork chops to heat through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.

Step 9

Serve the pork chops hot, topped with generous spoonfuls of golden applesauce. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1627.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2763.2

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 606mg	0%
Sodium 2859.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 93.7g
Protein 195.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 205.2mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 3493.0mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 17.3%