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Pork Chops with Apples & Onions

Published: Sep 28, 2013 · Modified: Aug 28, 2022 by Colleen 12 Comments

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It's apple season and Pork Chops with Apples are, of course, a perfect combo. Once in a while, we get a craving for an old school dinner with meat and potatoes and a side of veggies. Just like Mom used to make.

Pork Chops with Apples

These pork chops with apples are all of that delicious comfort food, but a little bit elevated from the old school. It's pretty common to serve pork chops with apple sauce. I wanted to make something where I could use the fresh, crispy homegrown apples in seasonal abundance here right now.

Fresh Apples Are Best

A bonus of living here in apple country: It seems that I rarely have to buy fruit in a grocery store. At least at harvest time. We don't have an apple tree, but we do have friends and neighbours with trees who are happy to share. And if that doesn't happen, there are always local orchards, packing houses, and farm gate stands. We're lucky that way, but there are lots of other apple-growing regions. If you don't live in one, you can be sure to find apples fresh in stores at this time of year.

Although the fruit growing season is coming to an end, we can still get apples in stores until the next harvest. Commercial apples are stored through the winter months in temperature and oxygen controlled packing houses. This extends the life of the fruit, and depending on the variety, we still can buy apples in February.

Pan Frying Chops

These pork chops are quick and easy to make and the traditional union of pork chops with apples has a bit of a sweet & sour kick from apple cider vinegar, brown sugar and apple juice. Pan-frying chops gives them a nice crusty sear while keeping them moist and juicy. And caramelizing the apples and onions intensifies their sweetness and makes this dish taste rich and delicious. A perfect marriage of savoury and sweet. Serve these chops with a side of green beans and some mashed potatoes or Parsnip Puree. 

Pork Chops with Apples

More Pork Recipes to Try

Try grilling pork like these Grilled Plum and Pork Kebabs or Grilled Pork Tenderloin. Or even air frying: Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin.

 

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Glazed Pork Chops with Carmelized Apples & Onions

The Classic Pork Chop and Apple Pairing made extra special by caramelizing fresh apples and onions.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 407kcal
Author: Colleen Milne

Ingredients

  • 6 sirloin pork chops
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 2 apples cored, and sliced into ¼ inch wedges (no need to peel)
  • 2 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup apple juice
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
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Instructions

  • Pat chops dry with paper towel, and season on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat skillet over medium-high, and add oil to the pan.
  • Add chops to the hot pan in batches, 2-3 at a time, making sure there is room all around them, and sear on both sides to a crusty golden brown, about 4 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness of the chops. Internal temp should be 150 F. Chops should be very slightly pink inside.
  • Transfer chops to a serving platter.
  • Add to skillet, the apple juice, vinegar and brown sugar, whisking to scrape up and incorporate the pan juices.
  • Continue cooking until sauce is reduced by half, then add the onions, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened and caramelized.
  • Add the apple slices to the pan and cook and stir until the apples are tender and golden brown. Add more apple juice if sauce is reduced too much. Cook to a fairly thick, shiny glaze.
  • Pour sauce and apples over chops, and serve.

Notes

White wine, apple cider (soft or hard), or apple cider vinegar can be used instead of apple juice for tasty variations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 939mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 4.1mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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 Pork Chops with Apples

 

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Comments

  1. Yvonne

    November 16, 2021 at 5:01 pm

    I couldn’t find apple juice so I used some Moscato and I cooked it in my pressure cooker for 20 minutes and it was delicious. Will definitely make again.

    Reply
    • Colleen

      November 17, 2021 at 9:02 am

      Hi Yvonne! I'm so happy to hear this. The Moscato sounds like a delicious tweak to this recipe! And it's great to know how it turns out in the pressure cooker. Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
  2. Krissy Villar

    February 02, 2019 at 2:10 pm

    What can I use instead of apple juice? And is it a muSt ?

    Reply
    • Colleen

      February 02, 2019 at 2:35 pm

      Hi Krissy, you can sub the apple juice for just water. The recipe won't be as sweet, but still should be delicious!

      Reply
  3. Julia

    September 22, 2017 at 11:18 am

    Pork chops and apples are a perfect match and the addition of onions is so delicious. It's a perfect fall dinner! Oh, and the pictures are beautiful!

    Reply
    • Colleen

      September 22, 2017 at 11:35 am

      Thanks so much, Julia!

      Reply
  4. Sandi

    September 22, 2017 at 10:14 am

    This looks like comfort food at its best. Perfect for fall dining.

    Reply
    • Colleen

      September 22, 2017 at 11:35 am

      Thanks, Sandi! Looks like fall is officially here now so it's time to bring on the fall cooking 🙂

      Reply
  5. Elaine

    September 22, 2017 at 8:18 am

    What a terrific dish for a cozy fall dinner! This would be great not only as a weeknight meal, but for entertaining, too!

    Reply
    • Colleen

      September 22, 2017 at 8:32 am

      Thanks Elaine. Starting to get into fall cooking again, so many comfort dishes to make! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Kavita Favelle | Kavey Eats

    September 22, 2017 at 1:05 am

    Pork with apples and onions is one of those classic combinations that never fails to please, and your glazed chops look really rather fabulous. I like the mix of apple juice and cider vinegar, to give both sweet and sharp flavours.

    Reply
    • Colleen

      September 22, 2017 at 6:56 am

      Thanks Kavita! You can never go wrong with a classic, can you?

      Reply

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