Description

Juicy Apple Butter Pork Chops transform an ordinary weeknight dinner into an extraordinary celebration. Tender, juicy pork chops glisten with a luscious apple butter glaze, delivering a sweet and savory flavor explosion with every bite. The aroma fills your kitchen, wrapping you in comfort and nostalgia. This recipe is easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. The blend of sweet apple butter and succulent pork creates an unforgettable flavor. Their golden-brown color makes them visually appealing, and you can serve them with various sides to suit any taste.

Ingredients

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4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
1/2 cup apple butter
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the juicy apple butter, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. This creates your delicious apple butter glaze.
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour half of the apple butter glaze over the pork chops.
Cover the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping once, until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. This helps keep them juicy.
While the pork chops rest, return the skillet to medium heat. Add the remaining apple butter glaze and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Serve the Juicy Apple Butter Pork Chops with the warmed glaze poured over them. Enjoy this sweet apple butter spread on your pork.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the pork chops in a portion of the apple butter glaze for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Adjust the amount of brown sugar in the apple butter glaze to your sweetness preference.
This recipe pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
You can make a larger batch of the apple butter glaze and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week for future use with other meats or as a spread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pork chop with glaze
Calories: 450
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg