How long will 2-inch thick pork chops take to cook?

2-inch thick pork chops will take over 40 minutes to register 145°F internally. Recommend no more than 1 ½ inch thick for the approximate 20 minute cooking time.

How long will boneless pork chops take to cook?

Once in the oven, check for an internal temperature of 145°F at the 10 minute mark.

Can I cook this entire dish on the stove instead of finishing it in my oven?

Once the sauce has been added, cover, and allow to cook for 20-30 minutes, but check doneness after 15 to gauge how much more time is needed. The thickness of the pork chop will determine the actual cooking time, so it will vary.

What can I use instead of chicken broth?

White wine, apple juice or cider, beer, or water would all be great options.

Easy Pork Chops and Apples Recipe

Name: Easy Pork Chops and Apples Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 thick cut bone-in Pork Chops; 1 tsp salt (+/- to taste); 1 tsp pepper (+/- to taste); 1 tsp granulated garlic (+/- to taste); 1 tsp paprika (+/- to taste); 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp butter; 1 granny smith apple (sliced); 1 gala apple (sliced); 2 cups red onion (thinly sliced); 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs fresh sage; 1 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1 tbsp dijon mustard; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; 1/4 tsp granulated garlic; 1/4 tsp paprika

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This Easy Pork Chops and Apples Recipe combines savory and sweet flavors in this one pan meal the whole family will love. This great recipe goes from ingredients to the dinner table in just under an hour.

Cast iron skillet with four pork chops atop cooked apples and onions with sprigs of fresh herbs as a garnish.

This post is sponsored by Heritage Craft Butchers. All opinions expressed are my own.

Thick cut bone in pork chops, fresh herbs, onions, apples, and few pantry items along with your trusty skillet create a delicious meal. Not only does this recipe work for a busy weeknight, it would be a wonderful meal to serve when entertaining. Between the great flavor and easy cooking, this just might become one of your most popular recipes to serve friends and family.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Ease — from searing, to sautéing, to baking, the entire recipe is made in one single skillet or dutch oven.

Versatile — using simple ingredients, there's many different ways you can play with the flavory and ingredients.

Incredible flavor — as is, the resulting flavor of the au jus, seared pork, and tender apples simply can't be beat.

Pork chops, onions, and apples on a white platter.

Ingredients

At a first look, the list of ingredients can seem like this just might be too daunting of a recipe to make on your average Wednesday night, but we promise you, this really is super easy pork chops and apples recipe.

Pork Chops — thick cut, bone in pork chops are the way to go for this recipe.

Produce — freshly sliced apples, thinly sliced onions, and fresh herbs are what help give this recipe its phenomenal taste.

Seasonings — of course salt and pepper are a must but granulated garlic and sweet paprika are needed too.

Pantry — Olive oil and butter for searing and sautéing, you'll also need dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and chicken broth to make the sauce you'll want to sip.

See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

Variations

We used gala apples and granny smith apples but pink lady, honey crisp, and cosmic apple varieties are wonderful.
Boneless pork chops or even a pork loin can be used in place of the bone in pork chops.
Use dried herbs instead of fresh thyme and sage.
Turn the sauce into a gravy, by using the full can of broth, add ½ tablespoon more of the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Add ¼ teaspoon more of the seasonings, to taste. Then thicken with a roux or a cornstarch slurry to make a traditional gravy.

How to Make Pork Chops and Apples

Two seasoned pork chops being seared in a cast iron skillet.

Step 1: See the expert tips below for hints on easier prep. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Over medium high heat, add the butter and oil to the skillet and allow to get hot; then sear the pork chops on each side for 3-4 minutes.

Step 2: While the chops sear, make the sauce. Once chops have seared, remove from heat, set on a plate and set aside.

Apples, onions, and herbs in a cast iron skillet.

Step 3: While off the heat, scrape off any stuck on bits. (add more butter or oil if needed). Return pan to heat and toss in the onions, apples, and fresh herbs. Stir constantly while coating the apples and onions in the butter/oil. About 2 minutes.

Step 4: Return the pork chops to the skillet atop the apples and onions; pour the sauce over the pork chops. Place in the oven and cook for 10-20 minutes or until a thermometer reaches 145°F in the center, but without touching the bone.

Fresh from the oven pork chops and apples.

Step 5: Allow the pork chops to rest 3-5 minutes before slicing/serving. Plate the pork chops and arrange the apples and onions on top and drizzle the pan sauce over everything. Discard the cooked herbs. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve and enjoy.

Expert Tips for making this easy pork chops and apples recipe

Set out pork chops at least 30 minutes before cooking to come to room temperature; season with the salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and paprika on both sides. Use 1 ½ inch thick chops.

Red onions thinly sliced using a mandolin slicer.

A mandolin slicer will provide you with thin and uniform onion slices.

A granny smith apple being sliced with an apple slicer.

For uniform apple slices, we used a press-down apple slicer and corer.

Apple slices being cut in half again to make them thinner.

Slice each apple segment in half again with a paring knife. This is significantly quicker and more uniform than slicing free-hand.

Seared pork chop in a bed of mashed potatoes with apples and onions.

Serving Suggestions

For an even bolder taste of fall, plate with mashed potatoes or sausage stuffing. Honey glazed carrots and steamed asparagus would brighten the dish up. And to round out the meal, biscuits are a must, either our buttermilk biscuits or even zesty lemon biscuits would be amazing.