Best 2 Julies Perfect Pork Chops Recipes
Pork chops are a versatile and flavorful cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. In this article, we'll share two delicious recipes for pork chops: a classic pan-fried pork chop recipe and a more adventurous pork chop recipe with a creamy mushroom sauce. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients you probably already have on hand. So if you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a weekend dinner, give one of these pork chop recipes a try.
The classic pan-fried pork chop recipe is a simple but satisfying dish that can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. The pork chops are seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then pan-fried in butter until golden brown and cooked through. Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
The pork chop recipe with creamy mushroom sauce is a more decadent dish that's perfect for a special occasion. The pork chops are first seared in a pan, then finished in the oven until cooked through. While the pork chops are cooking, a creamy mushroom sauce is made with sautéed mushrooms, heavy cream, and white wine. The sauce is then poured over the pork chops and served with mashed potatoes or rice.
PAN-SEARED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES
Pork Chops with Apples is a simple dinner recipe perfect for any time of year! The apples are caramelized in butter with brown sugar, cinnamon, and honey. The pork chops are pan-seared to a beautiful golden-brown crust and are tender, juicy, and moist.
Provided by Julia
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pat dry pork chops with paper towels.
- Brush pork chops with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Allow the pork chops to rest while you prepare the apples as follows below. This brings pork chops closer to room temperature which will help them sear better.
- I used 2 apples (1 red Gala apple and 1 green Granny Smith apple, for presentation purposes). Core the apples and slice each one length-wise.
- Place sliced apples into a large bowl, add brown sugar, cinnamon, and mix. Let apples sit for about 10 minutes to release juices.
- In a large pan (I used a large stainless steel skillet), heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil on high heat. Add sliced apples (without juice at the bottom of the pan) and cook on high heat for about 3 minutes on one side, checking periodically. After 3 or 5 minutes, flip sliced apples to the other side, reduce heat to medium and cook the apples for another 3 or 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Cook the apples in a single layer, without overcrowding to get a slightly "roasted" appearance. That means you might have to cook apples in 2 batches. Use the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter for the second batch.
- Depending on how hot your stove gets, it might take you less or more time to cook apples, the key is to brown them or even get a slightly "burned" effect. But don't overdo it, remove the cooked apples from the skillet once the apples have this "roasted" appearance.
- Right after you remove the pan with roasted sliced apples from the heat, immediately add honey to the hot skillet - it will make apples sizzle and will caramelize them beautifully, off the heat.
- For best searing results, use a cast-iron skillet. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes to heat it through.
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil - the oil should shimmer. Add the pork chops, and cook them on one side for 5 minutes, without moving.
- Reduce the heat to medium, flip the pork chops over to the other side, and cook them on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Cook longer (depending on the thickness of your pork chops) until the pork chops are cooked through.
- Spoon the cooked apples, together with the sauce from cooking the apples, over the pork chops. Top with fresh thyme.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 426 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 28 g, UnsaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PERFECTLY JUICY GRILLED PORK CHOPS RECIPE
Enjoy our perfectly juicy grilled pork chops recipe, made with our quick marinade for pork chops on the grill.
Provided by Maria Kendall
Categories Main Course
Time 6h22m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, vegetable oil, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, onion powder, and red pepper flakes to make a marinade.
- Place pork chops in a container or gallon-sized freezer bag and pour marinade on top.
- Place container in fridge and let pork chops marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably longer (up to 8 hours - the longer you can let it marinade, the more flavorful your pork chops will be).
- Preheat grill (or grill pan on stove top) to medium heat. Remove pork chops from the bag (discard marinade) and place pork chops on the grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, until the outside is seared and the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
- Let pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Sodium 1127 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 16 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Choose thick-cut pork chops for the best results.
- Tenderize the pork chops with a meat mallet or by scoring them with a sharp knife.
- Season the pork chops liberally with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Use a heavy skillet or grill pan to cook the pork chops over medium heat.
- Cook the pork chops for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
- Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Julie's Perfect Pork Chops is a simple and delicious way to cook pork chops. The pork chops are tender, juicy, and flavorful, and they are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that everyone will love.
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