Polish Papa's Pork Chops Recipe

Conquer sauerkraut skepticism with this unbelievably easy and delicious Polish family recipe! My father's (the Polish Papa!) secret? A sweet and tangy apple and applesauce mixture that perfectly balances the sauerkraut's sharpness. Even sauerkraut haters will be asking for seconds! This recipe is easily customizable – use one or two cans of sauerkraut depending on your preference. Leftovers are amazing, too!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 478.3 kcal
Protein 72g
Rating 4.4 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Polish Papa's Pork Chops

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How to Make Polish Papa's Pork Chops

  1. Season pork chops generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned.
  3. Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in diced apples and applesauce. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until apples are slightly softened.
  6. Add drained sauerkraut and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Return pork chops to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through and tender.
  8. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

37g

Carbs

11g

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