Apple Pecan Pork Chops Recipe

Juicy pork chops get a sweet and savory upgrade with caramelized apples and crunchy pecans in this easy 25-minute recipe! Inspired by bh&g easy family food, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 141.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Apple Pecan Pork Chops

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple Pecan Pork Chops

  • Boneless Pork Loin Chops
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Red Apple
  • 1/4 cup pecan halves
  • 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar

How to Make Apple Pecan Pork Chops

  1. Season pork chops generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat until it sizzles.
  3. Add 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced, to the skillet.
  4. Cook and stir the apples for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
  5. Push the apples to one side of the skillet.
  6. Add the pork chops to the skillet.
  7. Cook the pork chops for 4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  8. Turn the pork chops, moving the apples aside as needed.
  9. Spoon the apples over the chops.
  10. Sprinkle 1/4 cup pecan halves and 1 tablespoon brown sugar over the chops and apples.
  11. Cover the skillet and cook for 4-8 minutes more, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers of the chops registers 160°F (71°C).
  12. Spoon the apples and pan juices over the chops before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

20g

Carbs

4g

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