Apple Cider Pork Chops With Caramelized Apples

Name: Apple Cider Pork Chops With Caramelized Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 thick-cut pork chops (boneless or bone-in both work but either way should be 3/4-1 inch thick); 2 tablespoons garlic and herb butter or 2 Land O Lakes garlic and herb saute express squares; 1 -2 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped; 1 lb apple, peeled cored and sliced thinly; 3 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons brown sugar; 1/2 cup apple cider; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon salt, to taste (optional); 1/2 - 1 teaspoon black pepper, to taste (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Melt Saute Express cubes (or combination of butter, olive oil, and herbs) in a large pan. Cast iron skillet works great.
2
Pat pork chops dry and then place in pan, browning for ~5 minutes per side.
3
In a separate skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cook about 1 minute until melted. Add apples and and saute for 10-15 minutes until apples are nicely browned.
4
Add apple cider to the pork chops and cook over medium heat until liquid reduced by half (5-10 minutes). Flip chops once during this step.
5
Add the cream to the pork chops and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce has thickened to desired consistency and pork is adequately cooked.
6
Sprinkle sage over the pork chops.
7
Serve immediately, spooning a little apple over each chop and drizzling with sauce.

571

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 thick-cut pork chops (boneless or bone-in both work but either way should be 3/4-1 inch thick), 2 tablespoons garlic and herb butter or 2 Land O Lakes garlic and herb saute express squares, 1 -2 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped, 1 lb apple, peeled cored and sliced thinly, and more.

Yes, Apple Cider Pork Chops With Caramelized Apples falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!