Cinnamon-Apple Pork Chops

Name: Cinnamon-Apple Pork Chops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, divided; 4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each); 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 medium tart apples, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons chopped pecans

When I found these pork chops and apples recipe online years ago, it quickly became a favorite. The ingredients are easy to keep on hand, and the one-pan cleanup is a bonus. —Christina Price, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Ingredients

2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, divided
4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 medium tart apples, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Directions

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add pork chops; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
Remove chops; keep warm. Add apples, pecans, brown sugar mixture and remaining butter to pan; cook and stir until apples are tender. Serve with chops.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested with Land O'Lakes light stick butter.

Nutrition Facts

1 pork chop with 2/3 cup apple mixture: 316 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 232mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fruit, 1 fat.

Originally published as Cinnamon Apple Pork Chops in Healthy Cooking August/September 2008

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John

Jun 16, 2018

Quite a tasty meal that is visually appealing. It's very easy to make and practically cooks itself on medium heat. After the first time, you can adjust/balance your apples and brown sugar to taste.
Amber

Mar 25, 2018

Easy to prepare. Flavor of pecans with the apples a perfect pairing for the chops. Definitely a keeper.
CarsonGirl

Feb 23, 2018

Fantastic taste and presentation! I usually make applesauce to go with pork chops, but this was easier and faster. Except for a sandwich, this was the quickest meal I've ever made. I did find it necessary to add a little water when making the sauce.
ahmom

Feb 9, 2018

A new favorite!
mariegel

Jan 16, 2018

This is a new way to make pork chops, but a delicious way! Nice blend of apples and spices. I used McIntosh apples and the flavors of the spices are great! I used Blue Bonnet Margarine because I had it on hand. I also omitted the pecans. The pork chops were also nice and moist! This recipe is definitely a keeper!
Bonnie

Oct 9, 2017

This is the easiest and most delicious dish to make. I don't care for pork chops, but I loved these. Served it with sweet pototoes and green beans, quite healthy .
ojc0806

Sep 28, 2017

Great fall recipe wouldn't change a thing.
Karen

Jun 8, 2017

My husband's favorite pork chop recipe. Easy to cook and have ingredients in my pantry. Great taste with pork, apples, sauce and pecans. I add pork back while apples get soft to keep them warm. Delicious!
ryanswife

Mar 30, 2017

We really liked this recipe. Very tasty and easy to make.
gila

Jan 25, 2017

this recipe looks good!!!