Juicy Apple Butter Pork Chops (Print Version)
Tender pork chops smothered in sweet-savory apple butter sauce with caramelized onions and fresh herbs.
# Ingredients:
→ Pork and Produce
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4 boneless pork chops
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1 large onion, sliced very thin
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1 medium honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Sauce and Aromatics
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1/2 cup apple butter
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1/2 cup water
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2 tbsp whole grain mustard
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1 fresh rosemary sprig (optional)
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3 fresh sage leaves (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Liberally season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil if needed, then add the pork chops. Sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are nicely browned and reach an internal temperature of 145˚F. Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the pan and transfer them to a plate. Tent with foil to keep them warm. Let the pork chops rest under the foil for a few minutes to retain their juiciness.
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Add the thinly sliced onions and apple to the same skillet over medium heat. If using, add the fresh rosemary sprig and sage leaves as well. Sauté, stirring often to prevent burning, until the onions are translucent and the apples have softened. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
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Add the apple butter, whole grain mustard, and water to the skillet with the sautéed apples and onions. Stir well to combine and coat everything in the sauce. Return the browned pork chops from Step 1 to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Let everything cook together for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the pork is heated through.