Pork Chop Barley Casserole Recipe

Name: Pork Chop Barley Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon fresh sage; salt and pepper; 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 red onion, chopped; 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped; 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and chopped; 1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, sliced; 1 cup barley; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

4 boneless pork chops
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 teaspoon fresh sage
salt and pepper
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, sliced
1 cup barley
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 375f.
2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet.
3
Season pork with salt, pepper, sage and thyme, brown on both sides 4 mins per side, remove.
4
Add extra olive oil if needed.
5
Saute onion, garlic, peppers until softened.
6
Add barley and coat, stir in stock and bring to a boil.
7
Lower heat and simmer, covered for 15 minutes.
8
Stir in chopped apple.
9
Put barley mixture into a casserole pan.
10
Top with pork chops and bake, covered for 40 minutes.
11
Mix butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and brown sugar in a small dish.
12
Uncover casserole, add pork and apple slices, and brush with maple sugar mixture.
13
Cook an additional 10-15 minutes.
14
Let it stand a few minutes, and serve.

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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.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless pork chops, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon fresh sage, salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Pork Chop Barley Casserole 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.

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Pork Chop Barley Casserole

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