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Juicy Pork Chops with Apple Sauce

Delicious Juicy Pork Chops with Apple Sauce Ready in 30 Minutes

Savor the delightful Juicy Pork Chops with Apple Sauce embodying both savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Chops
  • 4 pieces Pork Chops Choose bone-in for added flavor; boneless varieties work just as well.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances the pork's natural flavors and helps keep it juicy.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Provides a mild spice that complements the savory pork.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds depth and savory richness to the seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Use vegetable or olive oil to achieve that golden-brown sear.
For the Apple Sauce
  • 2 cups Apples Go for Granny Smith for a tart balance; Honeycrisp or Braeburn are delicious alternatives.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar A must for sweetness; make sure to pack it for ideal measurements.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Infuses warmth and aromatic spice into your sweet-tangy sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens the sauce and enhances flavor profiles beautifully.
  • 1/2 cup Water Assists in cooking the apples down to a soft, saucy consistency.

Equipment

  • Heavy pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season both sides of the pork chops generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat oil in a heavy pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops, searing for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Without cleaning the pan, add diced apples, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook until apples are soft and sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Plate the pork chops and spoon the warm apple sauce over them, optionally garnishing with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra touch, optionally serve with buttery mashed potatoes.

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