Apple Butter Pork Chops
Tender pork chops coated in a sweet and savory apple butter glaze, perfect for cozy fall dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (thick-cut)
- 1/2 cup apple butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the pork chops generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cinnamon. Let them sit for 5 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops.
- Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the apple butter and chicken broth until smooth.
- Reduce the heat to medium, pour the apple butter mixture into the skillet, and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Place the seared pork chops back into the skillet and spoon the glaze over them. Cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet, drizzle with the remaining glaze, and garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are perfectly cooked at 145°F. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain their juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Apple Butter Pork Chops, Fall Dinner, Pork Recipe, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food