Best 11 Almond Crusted Pork Chops With Apples Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing almond-crusted pork chops, a delectable dish that harmonizes the flavors of juicy pork, crunchy almonds, and sweet apples. This recipe symphony begins with tender pork chops, meticulously coated in a crispy almond crust, then perfectly seared to achieve a golden-brown exterior and a succulent interior. The ensemble is further elevated with a delightful apple compote, featuring tender apple slices simmered in a symphony of spices, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and savory notes. Accompanying this delectable pork and apple duo is a medley of roasted vegetables, each morsel infused with earthy flavors and a hint of smokiness. Rounding out this culinary masterpiece is a velvety smooth sauce, a seamless blend of creamy Dijon mustard and tangy applesauce, adding a touch of elegance and richness to each bite. Prepare to embark on a sensory adventure with our almond-crusted pork chops, a dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

MUSTARD-CRUSTED PORK CHOPS WITH ROASTED APPLES AND ONIONS



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I love a thick cut pork chop and find that giving it a good long sear before flipping it and packing on a buttery flavorful crust makes for a warming weeknight dinner. The apples and onions are a classic pair and roast away while you focus on getting you chops browned and cooked to juicy perfection.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 Gala apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
5 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
4 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Four 1- to 1 1/4-inch-thick bone-in pork rib chops (about 12 ounces each)
1 bunch rainbow Swiss chard, stems cut into 1/2-inch pieces, leaves cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Position oven racks in the upper and lower third of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
  • Toss the apples and onion in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons of the oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread into an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast on the lower oven rack until tender and caramelized, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss together the panko, butter, whole-grain mustard, Dijon, thyme and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until well combined (the breadcrumbs should hold together when squeezed). Season the pork chops generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat until shimmering and very hot. Add the pork chops and cook, undisturbed, until well browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip the chops, then press some of the mustard-panko mixture onto the top of each chop. Transfer the saute pan to the upper rack of the oven and roast until the panko is browned and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, 6 to 8 minutes more.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in another large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the Swiss chard stems, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add the chard leaves and chicken broth and continue to cook, stirring, until the chard is wilted and the broth has almost completely evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes more. Stir in the vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the pork chops, apples and chard among 4 dinner plates. Spoon any pan juices from the chard over the vegetables and serve warm.

PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES AND STUFFING



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The heartwarming taste of apples with cinnamon is the perfect accompaniment to tender pork chops. This dish is always a winner with my family. Because it calls for only four ingredients, it's a main course that I can serve with little preparation. -Joan Hamilton, Worcester, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 package (6 ounces) crushed stuffing mix
1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling with cinnamon
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, prepare stuffing according to package directions. Spread pie filling into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place the pork chops on top; spoon stuffing over chops., Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake until a thermometer reads 145°, about 10 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

ALMOND PORK CHOPS WITH HONEY MUSTARD



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I love how crunchy almonds and sweet mustard sauce jazz up this tender pork dish. Usually I double the recipe. One chop is never enough for my gang of grown children and grandkids. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup smoked almonds
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 large eggs
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a food processor, process the almonds until finely chopped. Transfer to a shallow bowl; add bread crumbs. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add 1 pork chop at a time and toss to coat. Dip pork chop in eggs, then coat with almond mixture. , Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chops in oil and butter until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet; bake, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey and mustard. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642 calories, Fat 40g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 204mg cholesterol, Sodium 659mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

ALMOND-CRUSTED CHOPS WITH CIDER SAUCE



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I use finely ground almonds to give pork chops a crunchy crust. The cider sauce makes them tangy, creamy and sweet. -Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup ground almonds
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 large eggs, beaten
4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup apple cider or juice
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon honey, optional
Minced chives

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs and almonds. In another shallow bowl, mix flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place eggs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip pork chops in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add pork chops; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove; keep warm. Wipe skillet clean., In same skillet over medium heat, combine apple cider, cream cheese, remaining salt and, if desired, honey. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Serve with pork chops; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts :

PECAN-CRUSTED PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES



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"Pork chops are surprisingly lean and lend themselves brilliantly to pecans and apples. In fact, the combination of the browned pork chops and the toasted pecans is the real winner here. It's a simple combination where the richness of the toasted pecans teams up with the wonderful flavors of the cooked pork chops. The lemon zest in the nut crust and the apples add a burst of freshness to the dish." -Alex Guarnaschelli

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup Fisher® Pecan Halves, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs, toasted
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
The pork chops:
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
4 center-cut bone-in pork chops, preferably with the bone still attached, 1 to 1½ inches thick
2 Granny Smith apples, cored, halved and cut into ½-inch thick slices
1 teaspoons honey
1 tsp. lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • 2. Nut Crust: Stir all ingredients together in a small bowl; set aside.
  • 3. Pork Chops: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add oil. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, season the pork chops on both sides with salt. Arrange them in a single layer in the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until browned. Turn over and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet. Top each pork chop with reserved crust. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until nut crust browns and pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
  • 4. Meanwhile, cook the Granny Smith apple slices with the honey in the pan where the pork chops were cooked over medium heat. Stir occasionally, until tender, 5-8 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, set aside.
  • 5. Arrange the pork chops on a platter on top of the apples. Serve immediately.

PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES AND ONIONS



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1- inch thick
Kosher salt
Extra-virgin olive oil
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 pinch crushed red pepper
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
Pinch cinnamon
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
2 cups apple cider

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Season the pork chops generously with salt. Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and bring it to a high heat. Sear the pork on both sides and on the fat edge, working in batches if the chops don't all fit in the pan at the same time. Be sure not to crowd the pan. Remove the pork from the pan and place on a cookie sheet. Finish the pork in the oven for about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Ditch the excess fat from the saute pan. Give a drizzle of fresh olive oil and add the onions and crushed red pepper and season with salt. Cook until the onions become soft and aromatic. Add the apples, cinnamon and rosemary and toss to coat with the oil. Add the cider and cook until the cider has reduced by two-thirds and the onion-apple mixture is very soft and saucy. Serve over the pork chops.
  • Porky deliciousness!

APPLESAUCE-GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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These tasty, tender pork chops and applesauce are packed with sweet, smoky flavor. They're on the table in no time at all, making them perfect for hectic weeknights. -Brenda Campbell, Olympia, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 bone-in pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 7 ounces each)
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place pork chops in a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Mix remaining ingredients in a small bowl; spoon over chops., Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 145°, 20-25 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CARAMEL APPLE PORK CHOPS



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Warm, spicy, and sweet, this wonderful Fall recipe is a guaranteed favorite for kids, and is great with smashed potatoes and buttered green beans.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (3/4 inch) thick pork chops
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
salt and pepper to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tart apples - peeled, cored and sliced
3 tablespoons pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 175 degrees F (80 degrees C). Place a medium dish in the oven to warm.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush chops lightly with oil and place in hot pan. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, or until done. Transfer to the warm dish, and keep warm in the preheated oven.
  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, salt and pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add butter to skillet, and stir in brown sugar mixture and apples. Cover and cook until apples are just tender. Remove apples with a slotted spoon and arrange on top of chops. Keep warm in the preheated oven.
  • Continue cooking sauce uncovered in skillet, until thickened slightly. Spoon sauce over apples and chops. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 27.4 mg, Sugar 14 g

PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES



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These moist tender chops get delicious flavor from Dijon mustard, onions and apple slices. Or try replacing the apples with pineapple rings for an appealing variation. I like to serve mashed sweet potatoes with this main course, along with a simple salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4-inch thick and 7 ounces each)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 large green apple, cut into thin wedges
1 large red apple, cut into thin wedges
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on each side. Season with salt and pepper; remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute onions and apple wedges until crisp-tender. , Combine mustard and brown sugar; brush over chops. Return to the skillet; cook for 4 minutes or until meat juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 504mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BAKED PORK CHOPS AND APPLES



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I like to make these baked pork chops with apples for company because it can be assembled ahead of time and popped in the oven when guests arrive. Apples and raisins give it a homey flavor. -Naomi Giddis, Two Buttes, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 7 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup raisins
4 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup apple juice
1/4 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork chops with salt. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil; set aside. Place apples and raisins in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Combine 2 tablespoons brown sugar, cinnamon and cloves; sprinkle over apples. Drizzle with lemon juice. Arrange pork chops on top. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until chops are tender and juices run clear. , In a small saucepan, combine the apple juice, orange juice and remaining brown sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with pork chops just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein.

APPLE PORK CHOPS



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I started making this dish a few years ago after apple picking with my children. I was looking for something different to do with some of the apples and this sure is delicious! We all enjoy it and hope you do too!!

Provided by MNKENNEY

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Braised

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
4 raw chop with refuse, 113 g; (blank) 4 ounces (1/2-inch thick) pork chops
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
2 medium (2-3/4" dia) (approx 3 per lb)s apples - peeled, cored and sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
¾ cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in large skillet. Saute onion in oil for 1 minute, or until tender. Remove onion and set aside. Brown pork chops on both sides in oil.
  • Place chops in an 8x12 inch baking dish and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. Cover the chops with the apples and cooked onion.
  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, mustard, cloves and water. Pour over chops. Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 316.3 mg, Sugar 14.6 g

Tips:

  • To ensure the pork chops cook evenly, choose chops that are of similar thickness. If the chops are not uniform in thickness, pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  • To prevent the almond crust from burning, reduce the heat to medium-low after adding the pork chops to the skillet. Keep a close eye on the chops and adjust the heat as needed.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check the doneness of the pork chops by cutting into one of them. The pork chop is done when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius).
  • For a crispier almond crust, press the almonds into the pork chops before cooking. You can also use a mixture of almonds and breadcrumbs for a different texture.
  • If you don't have apple cider vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or lemon juice as a substitute.

Conclusion:

Almond-crusted pork chops with apples is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet apples and savory pork chops is sure to please everyone at the table.

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