Quick recipes with pork chops and apples
Got pork chops and apples and not sure what to make? Here are 8 easy dinners you can cook tonight. Each one keeps to everyday ingredients and a single skillet or sheet pan where possible, with rough prep and cook times so you can pick by how much time you have. Prefer to cook with exactly what's on your shelf? Tell Cache & Cook what you have and it drafts a recipe free.
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple-Cider Pan Sauce
20 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort-foodpork
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple-Shallot Gastrique
20 min Serves 4weeknightporkfresh
Spiced Pork Chops with Charred Apple–Habanero Glaze
20 min Serves 4weeknightspicypork
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples and Thyme
20 min Serves 4weeknightporkone-pan
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple-Cider Glaze
25 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort-food
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Ginger-Apple Pan Sauce
20 min Serves 4weeknightporkquick
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Cider-Braised Apples
30 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort foodpork
Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Warm Apple-Sage Compote
20 min Serves 4weeknightlightpork
Common questions
- Can I use chicken instead of pork chops?
- Yes, chicken breasts work well as a substitute, though they cook faster (about 6-8 minutes per side) and are leaner, so watch them carefully to avoid drying out. The apple sauce pairs beautifully with chicken too.
- What type of apples work best with pork chops?
- Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples are ideal because they hold their shape during cooking and provide a good balance of tartness and sweetness, though Braeburn and Pink Lady apples also work well.
- How do I know when pork chops are done cooking?
- Pork chops are safely cooked when they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) on a meat thermometer, which typically takes 12-15 minutes for 1-inch thick chops depending on your cooking method.
- What should I serve with pork chops and apples?
- This dish pairs perfectly with simple sides like roasted root vegetables, rice pilaf, mashed potatoes, or a green salad to balance the sweet and savory flavors.
- Can I make this dish ahead and refrigerate it?
- Yes, the cooked pork chops and apples can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the oven to avoid overcooking the meat.