How to Make Boneless Pork Chops and Apples - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting combination of boneless pork chops and apples. The tender, juicy pork pairs perfectly with the sweet, tart flavor of the apples, creating a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or simply looking for a hearty dinner for yourself, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

One of the best things about this dish is that it's incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and mini...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup kosher salt
  • 1 quart water
  • 4 (8 ounce) thick-cut boneless pork chops
  • 1 pinch coarse-ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 apples, cored and quartered

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Stir honey and salt into water in a large bowl until honey and salt are dissolved into the brine. Place pork chops in the brine and let sit in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Remove pork chops from brine, rinse, and pat dry. Place chops on a plate and refrigerate until dry, about 10 minutes. Discard brine.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sprinkle pepper over the pork chops.
  • Melt butter and olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat; cook pork chops until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip pork chops and season with rosemary; add apples. Cover skillet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pork chops are cooked through, about 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove pork chops from skillet and allow to rest a few minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    426 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 107mg
    • Sodium: 3910mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 508mg