**Pork Chops with Apples and Bacon: A Heavenly Trio of Flavors**
Pork chops, apples, and bacon: a culinary triumvirate that promises a symphony of flavors in your mouth. Succulent pork chops, tender and juicy, are the stars of this dish, while sweet and tart apples and crispy, smoky bacon play supporting roles to perfection. This recipe collection offers a variety of takes on this classic combination, ensuring that there's something for every palate. From simple skillet meals to elegant oven-baked dishes, these recipes will guide you through creating a memorable pork chop experience. Whether you prefer a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion feast, let these recipes be your guide to pork chop perfection.
APPLE BACON PORK ROLL-UPS
I am so proud of this delicious creation-it's easy to make, but impressive enough to use for parties. -Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Remove drippings, reserving 1 tablespoons for cooking pork chops., In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon each oil and butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add apples and brown sugar; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until apples are tender. Stir in parsley and bacon; remove from pan. Cool slightly. Remove 1 cup mixture for filling., Pound each pork chop with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Layer each with 1 slice cheese and 2 tablespoon filling to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up pork chops from short side; secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle salt and pepper over roll-ups., In same skillet, heat reserved drippings and the remaining oil and butter over medium-high heat. Starting with the seam side, brown roll-ups on both sides. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 15-20 minutes or until pork is golden brown and tender. Discard toothpicks; serve with remaining apple mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES AND BACON
Make and share this Pork Chops With Apples and Bacon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a heavy skillet over medium heat until crisp.
- Remove to a paper towel and reserve.
- In the bacon fat, saute the apples over medium heat until they are soft, but not mushy.
- The cut edges should brown and caramelize.
- Remove apples with a slotted spoon and keep warm.
- Place flour, salt and pepper in a brown paper bag and shake thoroughly.
- Shake the pork chops in the seasoned flour.
- Fry the chops in the remaining fat over medium high-heat until they are browned, turning once.
- Serve the chops on warmed plates, covered with the apples and 4 pieces of bacon per chop.
PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE BACON SALAD
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the pork chops: Mix together the juice, salt and 1 gallon cold water. Submerge the pork chops and let brine in the refrigerator overnight.
- In a large saute pan over high heat, warm the oil. Then sprinkle the chops with the salt and pepper. Add the chops to the warmed oil, and then reduce the heat to medium. Sear the chops until browned, 4 to 5 minutes on the first side, and then flip and repeat the process on the second side. After cooking on the second side, remove the pork from the pan and drain out excess oil from the pan.
- To prepare the apple bacon salad: Return the pan to medium-high heat. Then add the oil, apples, bacon, onions and salt to the pan. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring throughout. Add the balsamic and sugar, and then reduce the vinegar for 2 minutes. After reducing, remove the pan from the stove and stir in the butter until smooth. Add the celery leaves.
- Serve the chops with a choice of sides and finish with the apple bacon salad.
PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE BACON SALAD
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 portions
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the pork chops: Mix together the juice, salt and 1 gallon cold water. Submerge the pork chops and let brine in the refrigerator overnight.
- In a large saute pan over high heat, warm the oil. Sprinkle the chops with the salt and pepper. Then add the chops to the oil and reduce the heat to medium. Sear the chops until browned on the first side, 4 to 5 minutes, and then flip and repeat the process on the second side. After cooking on the second side, remove the pork from the pan and drain out any excess oil from the pan.
- For the salad: Return the pan to medium-high heat with the oil. Then add the apples, bacon, onions and salt to the pan. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring throughout. Add the balsamic and sugar, and then reduce the vinegar for 2 minutes. After reducing, remove the pan from the stove and stir in the butter until smooth. Add the celery leaves.
- Serve the chops with the apple bacon salad.
PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES
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
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.
Tips:
- Use thick-cut pork chops for best results, as they will hold up better to the cooking process and stay juicy.
- Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- Cook the pork chops over medium heat so that they have time to cook through without burning.
- Add the apples and bacon to the pan with the pork chops during the last few minutes of cooking. This will help to caramelize the apples and add a delicious flavor to the dish.
- Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Pork chops with apples and bacon is a classic dish that is both delicious and easy to make. The combination of sweet apples, savory bacon, and juicy pork chops is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.
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