Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

Make Ahead and Storage

Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the sauce, covered.

How to Make Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

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1. Pat the chops dry and season with the pepper.

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2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chops for 4 minutes a side, until golden, and lift them onto a plate.

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3. Add the apple and onion to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, until the onion softens and the apple begins to colour. Add the thyme, then the vinegar and stock, and simmer for 3 minutes.

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4. Return the chops and their juices to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, until the centres reach 65°C. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

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Worth Knowing

• Choose chops of even thickness so that they cook in the same time.
• If the apples are soft, add them later; they should hold some shape.
• Check the middle of one chop with a thermometer; a few degrees over 65°C costs moisture.

Good Alongside

Steamed white rice · Steamed green beans · Shredded cabbage with lemon

Common Substitutions & Variations

• Vegetable stock in place of the chicken stock makes this meat-free without changing the method, if that is what you need.

Pork Chops with Apples and Onions FAQ

Pork Chops with Apples and Onions Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.