Braised Chops With Bratwurst And Sauerkraut Recipe

Escape the summer heat with this delicious, oven-free braised chop recipe! Inspired by Iowa's favorite recipes, this dish combines juicy pork chops, savory bratwurst, and tangy sauerkraut for a flavor explosion. No oven required – perfect for hot summer days! This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a comforting and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 776.3 kcal
Protein 81g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Braised Chops With Bratwurst And Sauerkraut

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How to Make Braised Chops With Bratwurst And Sauerkraut

  1. Season pork chops generously with seasoning salt. Brown the chops in 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
  2. Brown the bratwurst in the same skillet (or a separate skillet if multitasking isn't your thing).
  3. In a large skillet with a lid, arrange 4-6 slices of bacon on the bottom.
  4. Top the bacon with half of a 16-ounce jar of plain sauerkraut and 1 tablespoon of caraway seeds.
  5. Place the browned bratwurst around the outside edge of the skillet and arrange the browned pork chops in the center.
  6. Top the chops and bratwurst with thinly sliced onion (about 1/2 medium onion).
  7. Cover with the remaining sauerkraut and caraway seeds.
  8. Pour 1 cup of beer (any kind you enjoy) over everything. Cover the skillet tightly.
  9. Reduce heat to low, simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

136 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

103g

Carbs

7g

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