Best 15 Pork Chops With Sauerkraut Recipes

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Pork chops with sauerkraut is a classic comfort food dish that is both flavorful and easy to make. The pork chops are braised in a mixture of sauerkraut, white wine, and spices, resulting in a tender and juicy cut of meat. The sauerkraut adds a sour and tangy flavor to the dish, while the white wine helps to balance out the flavors. This dish is typically served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles, and is a popular choice for a weeknight meal.

In addition to the classic pork chops with sauerkraut recipe, the article also includes variations on the dish, such as a slow-cooker version, a one-pot version, and a version that uses smoked pork chops. There is also a recipe for homemade sauerkraut, for those who want to make the dish from scratch. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and hearty meal.

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PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT



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With just a few ingredients, you can bring hearty flavors home with this classic pork chops and sauerkraut recipe. You can't go wrong with the basics, if the basics are this beautifully made.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
4 bone-in pork loin chops, thin cut (about 1 lb)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb small red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch wedges
1 can (1 lb) sauerkraut, drained
1 teaspoon parsley flakes

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat. Sprinkle pork with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper; cook pork in oil 5 to 8 minutes, turning once, until brown. Remove pork from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining tablespoon oil. Sprinkle potatoes with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook potatoes in oil 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just starting to brown. Add pork. Stir in sauerkraut and parsley.
  • Cover; cook 7 to 10 minutes or until pork is no longer pink in center and potatoes are tender. Serve pork over sauerkraut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1300 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

PORK CHOPS AND SAUERKRAUT



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My mother learned to make this dish when she was a young girl in Germany. Typically, we'd eat it with plain boiled potatoes, but for a treat, she'd serve it with steamed dumplings. Whenever I cook this, the wonderful aroma brings back many warm memories. -Erika Taylor, Hopedale, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1 red apple, chopped
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown pork chops in oil. Stir in the onion, broth, caraway seeds, pepper and celery seed. Cover and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes or until tender. Add sauerkraut and apple. , Cover and cook 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Before serving, sprinkle with bacon if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

SAUERKRAUT AND PORK CHOPS



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I make this hearty dish often for guests. I think the sauerkraut tastes similar to what we enjoyed in Munich restaurants when we visited Germany. -Delma Carretta, Wallingford, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups sauerkraut, well drained
2 cups applesauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 pork chops (1 inch thick and 7 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sauerkraut, applesauce, broth, bacon, brown sugar and seasonings; spoon into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil; drain. Place chops over the sauerkraut mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 1008mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

PORK CHOPS WITH BEER SAUERKRAUT



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This is the smell of Cleveland in late fall. Show up at the Municipal Parking Lot to tailgate before any home football game and you'll see a million variations on the theme of pork, kraut, and beer. The hoppy beer-I like Commodore Perry IPA from Great Lakes Brewing- deglazes the pan and makes a great sauce for the chops. Go Browns!

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds, toasted and ground
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Four 4-ounce boneless pork chops, each 1/4-inch thick
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups thinly sliced red onions
1 cup sauerkraut
1 cup IPA-style beer
1/3 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
Put a large skillet over high heat.
Whole grain mustard, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the paprika, coriander, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste in a small bowl. Season both sides of the pork with this spice mixture.
  • Add the oil to the preheated skillet. Add the pork in a single layer in the pan. Cook, without moving, until lightly golden brown, about 1 minute. Flip the meat and scoot to the outer edges of the pan. To the open space in the middle, add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring the onions occasionally.
  • Add the sauerkraut and continue cooking until the onions have softened and the sauerkraut turns golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the beer and deglaze the pan, scraping with a wooden spoon to get up the browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Cook until the sauce reduces slightly, about 30 seconds.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley. Serve the pork chops topped with the sauerkraut mixture, any accumulated juices and mustard.

GERMAN PORK CHOPS AND SAUERKRAUT



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As a soldier during WWII my Dad learned to make this hearty pork dish from a local German woman during the Allied occupation of Germany. I don't know the German name for it, but it is delicious!

Provided by Pat Mathena Oglesby

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 center cut pork chops
2 pounds sauerkraut, drained
1 large red apple, diced
1 onion, chopped
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon caraway seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, and brown the pork chops on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Place the chops into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix the sauerkraut, apple, onion, brown sugar, and caraway seeds in a bowl until well combined, and spread the sauerkraut mixture over the pork chops. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the pork is no longer pink inside, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a chop should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 32.5 g

BAKED PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT



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This is a super-easy recipe for pork chops. I pan-fry the chops first and then bake them with sauerkraut, apple, onion, and brown sugar. Delicious!

Provided by mannkochtgut

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pork chops
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon oil, or as needed
1 (20 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained
1 apple - peeled, cored, and diced
1 onion, finely chopped
¼ cup brown sugar
½ tablespoon caraway seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish.
  • Rub pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry pork chops on both sides until browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Place browned pork chops into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Combine sauerkraut, apple, onion, brown sugar, and caraway seeds in a bowl; cover pork chops with the mixture. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake pork chops in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1011.3 mg, Sugar 21.6 g

SLOW COOKER PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT



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This is from my trusty "For the Breast of Friends" Cookbook, where the profits go to Breast Cancer research. This is posted for ZWT #6!

Provided by Cadillacgirl

Categories     Pork

Time 5h15m

Yield 6 chops, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
6 pork chops (thick cut)
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 cups sauerkraut (drained and rinsed under cold water)
1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and grated
1/2 cup condensed chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat oil over med-high heat and add pork chops in batches to brown on both sides, then add to slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle with flour, salt, pepper, cayenne, and dry mustard.
  • In a bowl, combine sauerkraut and grated apple, then spread over he top of the pork and add chicken stock.
  • Cover and cook on low for about 5 hours or high for about 2 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.4, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 75.2, Sodium 898.9, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 24.2

SAUTEED PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT



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Categories     Onion     Sauté     Christmas     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Bacon     Pork Chop     Oktoberfest     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 slice of lean bacon, chopped
1 small onion, sliced thin
3/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 1/2 cups sauerkraut (about 1/2 pound), rinsed and drained
1/2 cup apple juice
two 1-inch-thick loin pork chops
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan cook the bacon over moderate heat, stirring, until it is crisp, add the onion, and the caraway seeds, and cook the mixture, stirring, until the onion is golden. Add the sauerkraut and the apple juice and simmer the mixture, covered, for 20 minutes.
  • While the sauerkraut mixture is the simmering, sprinkle both sides of the chops with salt, let the chops stand between layers of paper towel for 10 minutes, and season them with pepper. In a heavy skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it sauté the chops for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until they are just cooked through. Stir 1 tablespoon of the dill into the sauerkraut mixture and transfer the mixture to a heated platter. Top the sauerkraut mixture with the chops and sprinkle the chops with the remaining 1 tablespoon dill.

PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT



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In Omaha, Nebraska, Stephanie Miller pairs tender pork chops with tangy sauerkraut in this filling main dish. "It' so quick and easy to put together," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (8 ounces each )
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown pork chops in oil for 3-4 minutes on each side; drain. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the sauerkraut and brown sugar. Top with the pork chops, green pepper and onion. , Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 1536mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

BRAISED PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT



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I have been making this recipe for more years than I care to admit to. It's simple to put together and very flavorful. I usually serve with boiled potatoes.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pork chops, 1-inch thick
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons lard
4 slices thick-cut bacon
2 lbs sauerkraut or 3 lbs sauerkraut
1 large onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper
3 cups beer

Steps:

  • Melt the butter or lard in a skillet and quickly brown the pork chops on both sides. Place on platter and set aside.
  • Arrange the bacon in the bottom of a large dutch oven or braising pan.
  • Rinse the sauerkraut in a colander and squeeze out as much water as you can. (You can skip this step if you like a stronger flavor). Place half of it on top of the bacon.
  • Place the sliced onions over the sauerkraut and sprinkle with 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  • Arrange the pork chops on top of the onions, and pour in any collected juices.Sprinkle with salt, pepper and the garlic.
  • Add the rest of the sauerkraut, sprinkle with pepper and pour over as much beer as you need to cover.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook one hour. The pot should never get completely dry.
  • Note: I find 2 lbs sauerkraut to be enough, but if you have hearty eaters, you might want the larger quantity. I do not add additional salt.

PORK CHOPS AND SAUERKRAUT



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The apple and wine (or rum) add a slight sweetness to the dish which counteracts the bite of the sauerkraut. Goes nicely with herb-roasted potatoes.

Provided by FlemishMinx

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pork chops
1/2 onion, chopped
1 peeled apple, cored and chopped
3 tablespoons white wine or 3 tablespoons rum
16 ounces sauerkraut

Steps:

  • Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a skillet and oil lightly.
  • Brown chops on both sides, and remove them from skillet.
  • In remaining oil and residue, saute the onion and apple, till they begin to color.
  • Add the white wine or rum to the skillet.
  • Add the sauerkraut with about half of its liquid to your pan.
  • Combine well with onion-apple mixture.
  • Add the chops back to the pan, atop the sauerkraut mixture.
  • Cover and simmer for approximately 20 minutes.
  • Remove cover and cook off any remaining liquid, moving chops to the bottom of the pan for final browning on both sides.
  • When all the liquid is gone, the dish is ready to serve.

PORK CHOPS, WITH SAUERKRAUT



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices thick bacon
4 pork chops
1 medium onion, sliced
1 1/2 pounds sauerkraut, washed
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup beer
Coarse salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet, fry the bacon until golden. Remove and drain on paper towels. Brown the chops in the bacon fat and add the onion, the sauerkraut, the bacon, caraway seeds and pepper. Cover the chops well with the sauerkraut.
  • Add the beer, bring to boil, turn down heat and simmer gently for 25 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 535, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 47 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 1430 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PORK CHOPS WITH SAUERKRAUT AND APPLE



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This is a great recipe for people who think they don't like sauerkraut, as it's very mild and sweet prepared this way. I never would have thought of using wine in a sauerkraut dish, but it's great. Source lost in the mists of time.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pork chops
olive oil or butter
1 lb sauerkraut, rinsed with fresh water and drained
1 large tart apple, peeled, cored and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup riesling wine

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper the chops and brown them in hot oil or butter, about 3 minutes per side. Set aside.
  • Add the apple and onions to the same skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, until the onion starts to look golden.
  • Add the wine and stir, scraping up all the browned bits, and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the sauerkraut, and place the chops on top, including any juices that have collected. Cover the skillet, lower the heat and cook until the chops are done, about 7 minutes, depending on thickness. Do not overcook.
  • Note1: I've also made this successfully with chardonnay, but riesling is the best.
  • Note2: Sauerkraut packed in plastic bags and sold in the refrigerator case tastes much better than the canned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.8, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 137.3, Sodium 863.7, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 9.3, Protein 42.7

BAVARIAN PORK CHOPS AND SAUERKRAUT



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Chops and kraut are in the oven in minutes. Beets and dark bread make natural sides for this hearty German-style meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (16 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup uncooked barley
6 pork loin or rib chops, 3/4 inch thick
1/2 cup prepared barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In ungreased 2-quart casserole or 11x7-inch glass baking dish, mix sauerkraut, carrots, onion, water and barley.
  • Place pork chops on sauerkraut mixture. Spoon barbecue sauce on top of chops. Cover and bake 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until pork is no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg

SLOW COOKER PORK CHOPS



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This is the easiest recipe in the world, and so good. Serve with mashed potatoes - to make this really easy, use instant. My husband loves this recipe, and there's nothing to it!

Provided by Kathy Morgret

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 8h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 pork chops
16 ounces sauerkraut with juice

Steps:

  • Place the chops in the bottom the slow cooker and pour the sauerkraut over the top. Cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 803.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops. Bone-in, center-cut pork chops are the best for this recipe. They're juicy and flavorful, and the bone helps to keep them moist during cooking.
  • Brown the pork chops before braising them. Browning the pork chops in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker helps to develop their flavor and create a rich, caramelized crust.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onions, but you can add any other vegetables you like. Some good options include potatoes, parsnips, turnips, and cabbage.
  • Add some seasonings. In addition to the salt and pepper, you can also add other seasonings to the pork chops, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or cumin.
  • Cook the pork chops on low heat. The pork chops should be cooked on low heat for at least 8 hours, or until they are tender and fall-apart. This slow cooking process helps to develop the flavors of the pork chops and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Pork chops with sauerkraut is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The pork chops are braised in a flavorful sauce made with sauerkraut, apples, and spices, and the result is a tender and juicy dish that is sure to warm you up on a cold winter day. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover pork chops, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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