Happy Monday, everyone! I’m excited to be kicking off the week by sharing with you about a new (and free!) e-book that I am a part of — The Cooking For Comfort E-Cookbook!
I am honored to be joining with The National Pork Board on this collaborative project, which features recipes from a bunch of talented bloggers, Chef Michelle Bernstein (James Beard Award Winner), and Ray Lampe (BBQ expert), and others. In a nutshell, this free e-cookbook is true to its name, and is comfort food at its finest. There are recipes ranging from Cassie’s Sweet Potato & Maple Sausage Breakfast Skillet, to Lauren’s biscuits and gravy, Jenny’s Bacon Pesto Mac & Cheese, and so many more.
The first of my two contributions to this cookbook goes out to my Dad — this Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops recipe.
For as long as I can remember, my dad has loved pork chops.
And let me tell you, he can also grill a darn good pork chop. I remember even during freezing winters growing up, when it was “pork chop” night, my dad would happily bundle up and head out to the grill and sear them up to juicy perfection. While my mom, sister, and I — of course — stayed in the comfort of the warm kitchen to make sides, toppings, etc. Then we would all sit down to a delicious dinner together to enjoy it all.
Not much has changed since I was a kid. Dad still loves pork chops. And I still prefer to be inside (especially this chilly week!) rather than manning the grill during the winter comfort food months.
So for my pork contribution to the e-cookbook, I decided to make this Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops recipe. Although my version can be made entirely indoors in a good ol’ skillet. (That’s my kind of comfort!)
And let me assure you, this one’s a good one. Thick, juicy pork chops are seared to perfection. And then they are topped with a creamy, sweet and cinnamon-y topping of sauteed apples and onions. It’s a one-skillet meal that’s full of sweet and savory flavors, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops, about 3/4-inch thick
- fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 large white onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon finely-chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
- 2/3 cup apple cider
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Generously season the chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Immediately add the pork chops and cook until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Let chops rest for 3 minutes.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Immediately add the apples and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar, rosemary, cinnamon and cayenne. Stir in the apple cider and cream. Add the pork chops, nestling them into the liquid, and cook until the internal temperature of the pork reaches between 145 degrees F. (medium rare), with a 3-minute rest, and 160 degrees F. (medium), 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Serve the chops with the apple mixture spooned on top
Did you make this?Let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Disclaimer: This is a compensated sponsored post from the National Pork Board. All opinions are 100% my own as always, and I’m honored to be a part of the project. Thank you for supporting the brands which help make this blog possible! :)
This is making me hungry! This looks like the perfect fall dinner!
Thanks Eden (we love your name btw!), we hope you enjoy this!
Can anybody tell me if i can substitute the white onions for a yellow one?
Thanks
Hi Veronique! Yes, you can definitely do that. We hope you enjoy the recipe!
Easy to make. Added bacon, because well…bacon. Made it super delicious
Bacon is always a good idea (we think). :) We’re glad you liked the recipe!
I don’t own a skillet, is a regular frying pan ok?
Yes, that’s fine, we hope you enjoy the recipe! :)
I’ve never made pork chops at home, but this is too good to pass. Pork and apples is one of my favourite combos. Thanks for the inspiration, Ali!
Awesome, we hope you love it, it’s a surprisingly wonderful combo! :)
is this recipe gluten free? Thanks!
Hi Sara! The only ingredient in this recipe that we’re not certain about is the apple cider, so we’d suggest just checking the label first. We hope this helps!
These were delicious although I forgot the apple cider so I substituted wild vines blackberry merlot instead of the cider. Still yummy. Even my husband ate this and he says he hates onions but the onions took on the Apple cinnamon flavor . So he liked it.
Thanks, Kate! I’m glad you and your husband liked them!
I made these tonight and oh my goodness!! I used more apples since we love apples. I will definitely be making these again
Thanks Anna, I’m happy you enjoyed these!
making these today and they smell great. Cant wait to have a nice meal for a change instead of hot dogs and mac and cheese, lol.
Woohoo, let me know what you think! : )
I found this on pinterest and made it tonight, and I totally misread the ingredients! I added Apple cider VINEGAR instead of plain Apple cider, but it was delicious! I’m going to try it the right way next time, but I will definitely be making it again with the vinegar as it adds a nice punch. I served it with a salad a d used the sauce as dressing, it was so good. I let it cook and reduce for a few minutes after I added the vinegar and then added the cream so it wouldn’t be too much of a kick, just a heads up.
Disclaimer: I am 8 months pregnant, so in real life this might have been a horrible mistake and my weird pregnancy tastes are justifying it…but my 2 year old are it without complaint so who knows!
Oh no! I hate when I do stuff like that, but I’m glad it wasn’t a waste! Thanks for giving it a try. : )