Simple Caramel Apple Pork Chops Recipe

Simple Caramel Apple Pork Chops Recipe

  • 4 boneless pork chops, 3/4-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 medium tart red apples, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
  • 3 tablespoons chopped pecans
  1. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Saute chops, 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until both sides are evenly browned. Remove; keep warm.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add butter to skillet; stir in brown sugar mixture and apples. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or just until apples are tender.
  3. Remove apples with a slotted spoon and arrange on top of chops; keep warm. Continue cooking mixture in skillet, uncovered, until sauce thickens slightly. Spoon sauce over apples and chops. Sprinkle with pecans.