Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of maple glazed pork chops with apples, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory. Tender pork chops are seared to perfection and lovingly topped with caramelized apples, drizzled in rich maple syrup. This easy recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests during fall gatherings. Enjoy the warm aromas and mouthwatering taste of this comforting meal that captures the essence of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove the pork from the skillet. Add sliced apples and onions to the same pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Pour maple syrup over the apples and onions, stirring gently. Return the pork chops to the skillet, ensuring they are surrounded by the fruit mixture.
- Transfer everything to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Serve with extra glaze spooned on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg