Enjoy a mouthwatering dish of boneless pork chops and caramelized apples. This recipe combines savory, juicy pork chops with the sweetness of caramelized apples, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The pork chops are seasoned and cooked to perfection, while the apples are sautéed until they become soft and caramelized. Serve this dish with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 apples, cored and sliced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Directions
- Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and dried thyme on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced apples to the skillet and sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Cook the apples for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and caramelize.
- Pour in the apple cider vinegar and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing them to soak up the flavors of the sauce.
- Serve the boneless pork chops with caramelized apples hot, and enjoy!
