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Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

Tender pork chops cooked with sweet apples and savory onions in a flavorful pan sauce, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 236
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 3 pieces boneless pork chops Choose chops about ¾ to 1 inch thick.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste For seasoning the pork.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock Can substitute with low-sodium vegetable stock.
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard Use yellow mustard for Whole30.
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped Substitute 1/4 tsp dried thyme if necessary.
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt For sauce seasoning.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper For sauce seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped Substitute 1 tsp dried sage if necessary.
For the Fruit and Veggies
  • 2 medium apples, sliced Honeycrisp works well for sweetness.
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced Can substitute with yellow or sweet onion.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season both sides of the pork chops with kosher salt and black pepper. Pat the chops dry before seasoning.
Searing the Pork
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat until very hot. Add the pork chops and sear for 3 to 5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer them to a plate.
Mixing the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, stir together minced garlic, chicken stock, mustard, and chopped thyme.
Cooking Apples and Onion
  1. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add sliced apples and red onion, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and chopped sage.
Deglazing
  1. Pour the stock mixture into the skillet, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Finishing the Dish
  1. Return the pork chops to the skillet, cooking for about 2 minutes until warmed through. Check the thickest part of each chop with a thermometer to ensure it reaches 145°F. Garnish with fresh sage and serve warm with the apples, onion, and pan sauce.

Notes

Leftover pork chops and apple-onion mixture can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze cooked pork chops separately from the fruit and sauce for best quality.