Name: Baked Pork Chops and Apples
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 38 min
Total time: 43 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 Apples; 0.5 cup Onions; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning; 4 Pork chops; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 0.5 tsp Cinnamon

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Baked Pork Chops and Apples

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Arrange the apple slices in the bottom of the baking dish in a single layer.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

Add the onion and saute until tender and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Season both sides of the pork chops with All Purpose Seasoning.

Add the pork chops to the skillet; cook until just browned on each side, about 2 minutes per side. The pork will not be cooked through.

Transfer the pork chops to a plate and set aside.

Add the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon to the skillet and cook until melted.

Pour the butter mixture over the apples and arrange the browned pork chops on top.

Bake for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145 degrees F

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Sear Before Baking 🔥
Sear your pork chops in butter and olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side before baking to create a golden crust that locks in juices and adds deep, savory flavor to the final dish.
Choose the Right Apple Variety 🍎
Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp that hold their shape during baking rather than mushy varieties; slice them uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture.
Caramelize Your Brown Sugar Mixture 🧈
Bloom the cinnamon and brown sugar in melted butter for 30 seconds before adding apples to deepen the caramel notes and create a richer, more complex sweetness that complements the pork.
Internal Temperature Precision 🌡️
Bake pork chops to exactly 145°F (63°C) using a meat thermometer; overcooking makes them dry, while this temperature ensures a juicy, slightly pink center that's both safe and tender.
Layer Strategically for Even Cooking ⚖️
Arrange pork chops evenly spaced with apples and onions on top rather than beneath them; this allows even heat circulation and prevents the meat from steaming while keeping toppings caramelized.