How to Make Pork Chops with Apple and Cream Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to delicious and comforting meals, few things can beat a classic pork chop dish. Juicy, tender pork chops paired with a creamy, flavorful sauce is a combination that never fails to impress. And when you add the sweetness and tang of apples into the mix, you’ve got a winning recipe that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. This Pork Chops with Apple and Cream Sauce recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion gathering.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 pork chops
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large apple - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup apple juice
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Combine oil, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large, shallow dish. Add pork chops to the dish, brush with oil mixture, and set aside for 15 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook pork chops until browned on one side, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn and cook until lightly browned on the other side and juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a chop should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Transfer pork chops to a serving plate, cover, and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat and add butter to the same skillet. Cook and stir apple slices in melted butter until slightly softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer apples to the serving plate with pork chops, cover, and keep warm.
  • Stir together apple juice, cream, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add to the skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food from the bottom of the pan. Cook and stir until sauce starts to thicken, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour sauce over pork chops and apples to serve.
  • Nutrition

    417 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 114mg
    • Sodium: 129mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 459mg