Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples
Succulent pork chops coated in a sweet-tart maple glaze, served with tender apples for a balanced, elegant weeknight dinner. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, olive oil, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup apples
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry and season with salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned pork chops and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 3: Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside. Add 2 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Step 4: Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced apples to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are slightly softened and sauce thickens.
- Step 5: Return pork chops to skillet, spooning maple-apple sauce over them. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in pork chops from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My kids loved the sweet and savory combo. Easy one-pot meal that saved me time.
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious. The apples caramelize perfectly with the pork. Will make again.
- ★★★★★
These pork chops were a hit at my family dinner! The maple glaze and caramelized apples made it feel special.
