Pork Chops with Apples and Creamy Bacon Cheese Grit

Name: Pork Chops with Apples and Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 whole Boneless Pork Chops, About 1/2-inch Thick; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 whole Gala Apples, Diced; 1/2 cups Dry White Wine; 2 teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar; 3/4 cups Pure Maple Syrup; 1 dash Salt; Freshly Ground Black Pepper; Creamy Bacon-Cheese Grits (see My Tasty Kitchen Recipe)

Servings: persons

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Note: See my TastyKitchen recipe box for my Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits recipe.
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Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add olive oil and butter and heat until butter in melted.
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Salt and pepper both sides of pork chops.
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Brown them on both sides until nice and golden.
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Remove pork chops from the skillet and set on a separate plate.
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Reduce heat to medium.
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Add apples and stir to combine them with the oil, and butter that remains in the pan.
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Pour in wine and vinegar, then whisk along the bottom of the pan to deglaze it.
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Cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
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Pour in the maple syrup, then add a dash of salt and pepper.
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Stir, then return pork chops to the pan.
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Cover the pan and simmer on low for 20 minutes.
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Serve pork chops on top of a generous helping of Creamy Cheese Grits (mashed potatoes are good, too) and spoon the apple-maple sauce over the top, allowing the liquid to drip over the grits.

623

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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.
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: 6 whole Boneless Pork Chops, About 1/2-inch Thick, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Butter, 2 whole Gala Apples, Diced, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops with Apples and Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits 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 Chops with Apples and Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits

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