Pork chops with applesauce is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. The tender and juicy pork chops are perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy applesauce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, with various recipes available to cater to different tastes and preferences. Some recipes feature simple pan-fried pork chops served with a homemade applesauce, while others involve slow-cooking the pork chops in a flavorful sauce made with apples, spices, and herbs. Additionally, variations of this dish include stuffing the pork chops with a savory apple-bread stuffing, wrapping them in bacon, or topping them with a crispy onion ring. No matter which recipe you choose, pork chops with applesauce is a delightful and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE
To mark the 50th anniversary of "The Brady Bunch," only one dinner will do.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the applesauce: Combine the apples, sugar and 1/2 cup water in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very tender but still juicy, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Mash the apples with a fork, or puree with an immersion blender or in a food processor for a smoother sauce. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the pork chops: Mix the paprika, garlic powder and sage in a small bowl. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper and rub all over with the paprika mixture. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Add the pork chops, reduce the heat to medium and cook until golden brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side and cooked through, 2 to 3 more minutes. Remove to a plate and pour off the drippings from the skillet.
- Add the chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add any juices from the plate of pork to the skillet and simmer until the sauce is reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the butter until smooth. Transfer the pork chops to a platter and top with the pan sauce; sprinkle with parsley. Serve with the applesauce.
APPLESAUCE-GLAZED PORK CHOPS
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
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
PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE SAUCE AND ONIONS
Pork chops simmered in applesauce, white wine, and onions. I first made this on a camping trip, and it's very easy.
Provided by guitfiddletom
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Pan Fried
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lay seasoned pork chops into the hot skillet. In the spaces between the chops, add the butter and onions. Cook and stir the onions while the first side of the chops cook until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn the chops and continue cooking until the no longer pink in the center, 5 to 7 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Pour white wine into the skillet; bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir applesauce through the onion and wine mixture; simmer until the liquid thickens somewhat, about 5 minutes.
- Plate the pork chops and top with the apple and onion mixture to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 107.1 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 131 mg, Sugar 27.6 g
PORK CHOPS WITH GOLDEN APPLE SAUCE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first 8 ingredients in a medium pot placed over medium high heat and cook until a chunky sauce forms, 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. If sauce begins to spatter as it bubbles, reduce heat back a little, but it should be allowed to reduce and form quickly. Once apples are soft and sauce forms, remove it from the heat.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add oil to the pan. Season chops on 1 side with salt and pepper. Using a pair of tongs, add chops to hot skillet seasoned side down. Season the opposite side of the chops with salt and pepper. Brown and caramelize the chops 2 minutes on each side, then reduce heat to medium and cook another 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until juices run clear. Remove chops from heat and let them rest a couple of minutes for juice to redistribute. Deglaze the pan with a splash of apple juice and 2 tablespoons of butter. Pour pan sauce over chops. Remove ginger from the sauce and top chops with generous portions of warm golden apple sauce.
EASY SAUCY APPLESAUCE PORK CHOPS
Made with some soy sauce, garlic, ginger and of course applesauce! I found this recipe, hand-written, in my recipe collection. I have no idea where I got the recipe. Hope you like it.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, soy sauce, garlic and ginger; mix well and pour into a greased 13" X 9" X 2" baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the pork chops in the butter.
- When browned on both sides, place over the applesauce mixture.
- Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until meat is tender.
PORK CHOPS WITH APPLESAUCE
This is great if you like something sweet, but not too sweet, with your pork. Another delicious comfort food.
Provided by LisaGay
Categories Pork
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season pork chops with garlic, salt and pepper.
- In heavy skillet, brown chops in small amount of cooking oil.
- Mix remaining ingredients while chops are browning.
- Place chops, single-layer, in shallow baking dish.
- Spoon half of applesauce mixture evenly over chops.
- Bake in preheated 350 oven for 20 minutes.
- Turn chops and evenly spoon remaining applesauce mixture over them.
- Bake for 20-30 more minutes.
PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE
Steps:
- Marinate pork chops:
- Stir together milk and 2 teaspoons salt in a shallow 3-quart dish, then add pork chops. Marinate, covered and chilled, turning over once, at least 1 hour.
- Make applesauce while chops marinate:
- Peel, core, and coarsely chop apples, then stir together with remaining applesauce ingredients in a 3-quart heavy saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, then reduce heat to moderately low and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until apples are falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes. Discard bay leaf and mash apples with a fork. Keep applesauce warm, covered.
- Fry pork chops:
- Preheat oven to 200°F.
- Stir together bread crumbs, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and remaining teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl.
- Lift pork chops from milk 1 at a time, letting excess drip off, and dredge in bread crumbs, lightly patting crumbs to help adhere, then transfer to a tray, arranging in 1 layer.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté pork chops in 2 or 3 batches, without crowding, turning over once, until golden brown and just cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per batch. Transfer as cooked to a platter and keep warm in oven. (Add more oil and butter to skillet as needed.)
- Serve pork chops with applesauce.
Tips:
- To ensure the pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, 155°F (68°C) for medium, or 165°F (74°C) for well done.
- For a crispier crust on the pork chops, sear them in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side before reducing the heat to medium-low and continuing to cook until done.
- If you don't have applesauce on hand, you can substitute another type of fruit sauce, such as cranberry sauce or peach preserves.
- To make the applesauce yourself, simply peel and core 2-3 apples, then simmer them in a saucepan with 1/2 cup of water, 1/4 cup of sugar, and a pinch of cinnamon until the apples are soft and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.
Conclusion:
This recipe for pork chops with applesauce is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, yet elegant enough for a special occasion. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, while the applesauce adds a touch of sweetness and tang. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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