Southern Comfort Pork Loin Chops with Cinnamon Apples

Elevate your dinner table with these Southern Comfort Pork Loin Chops with Cinnamon Apples, a harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors inspired by comforting Southern cuisine. Juicy, golden-brown pork loin chops are perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper, then simmered to tender perfection in a rich, spiced apple and butter sauce. The tart granny smith apples are caramelized with cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and a splash of lemon juice for a warm, fruity topping that pairs beautifully with the pork. Finished with a touch of chicken broth to create a luscious pan sauce, this quick and easy one-skillet recipe is ready in under 40 minutes, making it a weeknight go-to or an impressive weekend dinner. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy cornbread to complete this comforting Southern feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork loin chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 pieces granny smith apples
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork loin chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.

Step 3

Once the butter is melted and the pan is hot, sear the pork loin chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Peel, core, and slice the granny smith apples into thin wedges.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the apple slices to the skillet and toss to coat them in the spiced butter mixture. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender but not mushy.

Step 7

Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Return the pork loin chops to the skillet, nestling them among the apples.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the pork chops simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let the pork chops rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the pork loin chops topped with the cinnamon apples and a spoonful of the pan sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1569.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2693.6

Total Fat 164.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 694mg	0%
Sodium 3127.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 72.9g
Protein 203.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 194.7mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 4183.4mg	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: 54.8%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 15.0%