This pork chops with apples and onions dish is a deliciously light and flavorful meal that’s perfect for Fall. Plus, it’s all made in ONE pan!
These pork chops have everything you love about a comforting Fall dish… mouthwatering, well balanced flavors, is healthy yet hearty, and is made in just ONE pan in 30 minutes!
You guys really love one pan/one pot meals… and I’m bringing you another great one! When I posted my One Pot Chicken and Dirty Rice recipe… I had no idea it was going to take off as much as it has. I’ve also gotten quite a few reader requests for more one pan/one pot meals, so I knew I had to get to work 😉
This recipe isn’t mine however, I got it from Cooking Light magazine, then made a few tweaks and changes.
There’s something so satisfying about cooking a meal in ONE pan. You feel accomplished, like you’re working smarter, not harder… and there’s the huge bonus… you only have to wash one pan!
I don’t know about you, but I loathe doing dishes. Some meals can seriously fill up your sink (and then some), so these one pan meals are a nice change of pace.
I used fresh herbs in this dish since I’m a huge fan of using them whenever possible, but I know not everyone keeps a steady supply of fresh herbs in their house, so you can swap them out for dried (just use about 1/3 of the amount) if that’s what you have on hand.
In the magazine, they actually made this meal using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, so if you’d prefer to use those, no problem. I just really like the flavor of pork and apples… they’re a match made in Fall heaven!
I also chose to use bone-in pork chops, since I find they have better flavor and don’t get dried out as easily… but I know not everyone likes cooking with bone-in meat, so you can also use boneless pork chops if you’d prefer.
Please feel free to peel the apples if you like, but as you can see from the photos, I generally leave the skin on mine.
While this dish is plenty hearty, a great meal deserves a great side dish or two… so here are a few of my favorites… brussels sprouts with toasted hazelnut butter, horseradish mashed potatoes with caramelized onions, and slow cooker ranch mushrooms!
The next time you’re looking for a great weeknight meal that’s ready in a flash… give these pork chops with apples and onions a try!
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 3-4 oz bone-in pork chops whatever with comfortably fit in your pan
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup low sodium chicken stock
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard or whole-grain Dijon
- 1 Tbsp fresh sage chopped
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 1/2 tsp fresh thyme chopped
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 medium apples thinly sliced (I used Gala)
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
Instructions
- Season both sides of pork chops with kosher salt and black pepper. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil to large heavy bottomed pan (or skillet), and heat over MED-HIGH heat. Add pork chops to pan, leaving at least an inch between the chops to ensure even cooking and browning. Sear 3-5 minutes per side, or until pork chops are mostly done. Chops will continue cooking in the sauce later.
- Remove pork chops to a plate.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together chicken stock and mustard, set aside.
- Add remaining 1 Tbsp oil to the pan, then add apples and onions. Cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, pepper, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Pour in stock mixture, using a wooden spoon to gently scrape the bottom of the pan to release any brown bits (those are full of great flavor).
- Slide pork chops back into the pan, nestling them down in between the apples.
- Cook 2-3 minutes, until pork chops are finished cooking and liquid has reduced by half.
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The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.
Holly says
This is the 2nd one of your recipes I have tried and both are delicious. My husband said to add them both into regular rotation at our house. And that is huge!! I’m not a great cook, I do it because I have to and for him to compliment both dishes makes me feel like a chef.
Rebecca says
Super good!
I added 1 T balsamic vinegar at the very end. I will be making this again!
Donna says
I don’t have fresh herbs. Can I use dried herbs from a jar? If so, what quantity of each to use?
The Chunky Chef says
Yes you can use dried, just use about half the amount of each (since dried herbs are more potent than fresh).
Sandy says
Made these pork chops tonight, followed the recipe exactly as written, and they were wonderful. Thanks for a great recipe.
Roger L says
Made it tonight, turned out great!
Julie says
Delicious with roasted rosemary potatoes
Mary says
Added a handful of collard greens with the broth, and simmered for a bit longer. Loved it!
Bobbi says
Made this for my super picky neighbor and ALL of us Loved the dish
MARIAELENA says
I made these: 30 minutes + 1 pan = everybody loved them! Served with roasted variety mini potatoes! Delicious!
John says
Let’s talk flavor…. WOW!!! Easy to prepare meal.listen up guys you can’t do no wrong with this delicious meal.she’ll forget anything you did to get her mad.
Jane says
So delicious! I added roasted red potatoes and a salad. Yummo!
Victor Janzen says
Good, straightforward recipe.
Emily says
Delicious, easy to make, and easy to clean up. I followed the recipe exactly, just added a little bit of brown sugar.
Carissa says
Made this tonight with one sweetango apple and it turned out so well! Love how easy this is and how great it tastes!
Christine Tithecott says
I’ve made this recipe so many times – it’s easy and delicious. I add extra liquid and a little cornstarch/potato water to the apples/onions and serve over mashed potatoes. Yum!
Amanda says
This was the PERFECT quick weeknight dinner. It is truly one pan and absolutely amazing. We will be making this again! I also really appreciated that the ingredients and time listed proved to be true in my kitchen, too.
Leah C Jefferson says
Really delicious! Thank you so much.
Betty Turpen says
Recipe is great, so easy to make.
Jacks says
This was delicious Amanda. I used chops with the bone in and the meat was so tasty and moist. The flavour of the sauce was really amazing, and my partner said it was one of his favourite dishes.
Erin says
This was really good like something you would get in a nice restaurant. I used boneless chops and cooked the apples and onions about double the suggested time, but otherwise followed the recipe.