Pork Loin Chops with Golden Delicious Apples and On

Name: Pork Loin Chops with Golden Delicious Apples and Onions on Polenta with Honey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (twice around the pan); 8 thin-cut boneless pork loin chops; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups chicken stock or broth; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 crisp Golden Delicious apples, quartered, cored, and thinly sliced; Juice of 1/4 lemon; 2 shots brandy; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme (from 4 sprigs); 1 cup quick-cooking (sometimes called instant) polenta (found in Italian foods or specialty foods aisle); 1/4 cup honey (eyeball it)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (twice around the pan)
8 thin-cut boneless pork loin chops
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups chicken stock or broth
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 crisp Golden Delicious apples, quartered, cored, and thinly sliced
Juice of 1/4 lemon
2 shots brandy
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme (from 4 sprigs)
1 cup quick-cooking (sometimes called instant) polenta (found in Italian foods or specialty foods aisle)
1/4 cup honey (eyeball it)

1
Place a platter in the oven on the lowest setting to keep warm.
2
Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add the EVOO, then the chops.
4
Season the chops with salt and pepper and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden and firm but not hard.
5
Remove the platter from the oven.
6
Place the meat on the warm platter and cover loosely with foil.
7
Place the chicken stock in a medium pot and bring to a boil.
8
Return the pork chop skillet to the stovetop and reduce the heat to medium.
9
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter, then add the onions and cook for 2 minutes.
10
Add the apple slices and lemon juice and cook for 5 minutes more, or until the onions are soft and the apples are tender but not falling apart.
11
Add the brandy to the pan and cook it off, 1 minute.
12
Toss the apples and onions with the thyme, salt, and pepper and turn off the heat.
13
Stir the polenta into the stock and let it mass while stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
14
Stir in the 2 remaining tablespoons of butter and the honey, then salt to taste.
15
Pile some polenta on each dinner plate and top with 2 chops and one fourth of the apples and onions.

1035

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (twice around the pan), 8 thin-cut boneless pork loin chops, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 3 cups chicken stock or broth, and more.

Yes, Pork Loin Chops with Golden Delicious Apples and Onions on Polenta with Honey 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 Loin Chops with Golden Delicious Apples and Onions on Polenta with Honey

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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