APPLE CIDER PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES

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From GoodLife Eats. Nice take on the apple & pork chop combination for autumn. It's both sweet and savory at the same time. We were honestly a bit worried the first time about the combination of garlic and sage with the sweetness of the apples and cider, but it works well. Our kids preferred to eat the apples separate from the meat as dessert and actually ate so many of them that doubling the apple portion would have been appropriate for us. Recipe calls for 2 Land O Lakes Saute Express Garlic Herb cubes. We did happen to have some of those on hand but if they weren't available, an equal blend of butter & olive oil, plus garlic and herbs to your preference would be a good substitution.

Provided by Mark and Stacy

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 thick-cut pork chops (boneless or bone-in both work but either way should be 3/4-1 inch thick)
2 tablespoons garlic and herb butter or 2 Land O Lakes garlic and herb saute express squares
1 -2 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
1 lb apple, peeled cored and sliced thinly
3 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup apple cider
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt, to taste (optional)
1/2-1 teaspoon black pepper, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt Saute Express cubes (or combination of butter, olive oil, and herbs) in a large pan. Cast iron skillet works great.
  • Pat pork chops dry and then place in pan, browning for ~5 minutes per side.
  • In a separate skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cook about 1 minute until melted. Add apples and and saute for 10-15 minutes until apples are nicely browned.
  • Add apple cider to the pork chops and cook over medium heat until liquid reduced by half (5-10 minutes). Flip chops once during this step.
  • Add the cream to the pork chops and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce has thickened to desired consistency and pork is adequately cooked.
  • Sprinkle sage over the pork chops.
  • Serve immediately, spooning a little apple over each chop and drizzling with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.3, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 187.3, Sodium 202.7, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 4, Sugar 30, Protein 42.2

Official Syed
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This is my go-to recipe for pork chops. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Zubenathi Ntlabati
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I've tried many pork chop recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pork chops are always cooked perfectly and the caramelized apples are a delicious addition.


Shahbaz Bhatti
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


madhia fans
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind! The pork chops were so juicy and flavorful.


Antora Sarker Logno
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork chops.


Ahmed Ahuzaam
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Kaddyjatou Darboe
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This is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.


Ravikisan yadav
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I loved this recipe! The pork chops were so tender and the caramelized apples were the perfect addition.


Kiyash Harilall
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This was a great recipe! The pork chops were juicy and the caramelized apples were delicious.


Lee Steven
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So easy and delicious! I made this for dinner last night and my husband and kids loved it. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the caramelized apples were a great addition.


silas abiodun
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These apple cider pork chops were amazing! The pork was so tender and juicy, and the caramelized apples were the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again!


Soma Chowdhury
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The pork chops are juicy and flavorful and the caramelized apples are to die for.


Laura Mackey
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This is one of the best ways to cook pork chops! The flavor was fantastic and the caramelized apples were the perfect touch. My family loved it!