Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops are a delicious and easy meal option for any night of the week. The combination of sweet apples and warm cinnamon pairs perfectly with savory pork chops.
If you love cinnamon apples and pork chops, this recipe is a game changer. Not only does it make your house smell amazing but the combination of flavors is ah-mazing!
Trust us, once you try this recipe, you’ll be hooked!
There are many ways you can switch up this recipe such as adding a splash of apple cider vinegar for a tangy twist, or topping with chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy texture.
For a more savory option, swap out the cinnamon for garlic and rosemary. You can also add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the apples for a deeper flavor profile.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to customizing this dish to your liking. So go ahead and get creative in the kitchen! I would love to hear what you come up with!
Why You’ll Love This Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops Recipe
- Perfect balance of flavors!
- Juicy and tender pork chops!
- Quick and easy presentation!
- Fall-inspired comfort food!
- Family friendly dinner option!
Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops Ingredients
- Pork chops: either boneless or bone-in.
- Olive oil
- Apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (use a sweet variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- Butter
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Brown sugar
- Apple cider
- Salt and pepper to taste
Recipe Variations
- Swap out different types of apples depending on personal preference or what you have on hand. Granny Smith adds tartness while Honeycrisp brings extra sweetness – choose whichever suits your taste buds best!
- Top with chopped walnuts or pecans for an added crunch.
- Add some sweetness by glazing pork chops with maple syrup. Brush both sides of pork chops with maple syrup and sear in a pan.
How to Make Cinnamon Apple Pork Chops
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the seasoned pork chops in the skillet and sear them for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. The internal temperature of the pork should reach 145°F. Remove pork chops, set aside and keep warm.
Melt butter to the same skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced apples to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and caramelize.
Stir in ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Cook for another minute until the spices become fragrant.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and apple cider over the apples in the skillet. Stir to combine and allow the sugar to melt and caramelize for about 1-2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Remove from heat, add the pork chops in and mix together. Serve and enjoy!
Oven Method
If you’d prefer to bake your apple cinnamon pork chops, sear the pork chops in a skillet. Add sliced apple on bottom of 9X13 baking dish. Add pork chops on top. Combine seasonings, melted butter and apple cider in a bowl and pour over top. Cover and bake at 400 degrees F for about 20-30 minutes or until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
Recipe Tips
- Choose the right cut of pork: you can use either boneless or bone-in pork chops.
- Season pork chops generously before cooking.
- Sear pork chops for a beautiful caramelized exterior.
- Pair with sides such as steamed green beans, roasted sweet potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes or a green salad.
FAQs
Check their internal temperature by inserting the thermometer into the thickest part of the chop without touching any bones. If it reaches 145°F they are good to eat, if not cook a little longer until they do.
I would not suggest making this recipe ahead of time. It’s best to enjoy these Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops right after cooking them for maximum flavor and juiciness.
More Pork Chop Recipes
- Bacon Mushroom Pork Chops
- Pork Chops with Potatoes and Green Beans
- Pork Chops and Gravy
- Sweet Chili and Grape Jelly Pork Chops
- Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pork Chops
- Ranch Pork Chops
Recipe
Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 apples peeled, cored, and sliced (use a sweet variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 1/2 stick butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup apple cider
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the seasoned pork chops in the skillet and sear them for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. The internal temperature of the pork should reach 145°F. Remove pork chops, set aside and keep warm.
- Melt butter to the same skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced apples to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and caramelize.
- Stir in ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Cook for another minute until the spices become fragrant.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and apple cider over the apples in the skillet. Stir to combine and allow the sugar to melt and caramelize for about 1-2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat, add the pork chops in and mix together. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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