Pan-Seared Apple and Sage Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

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Juicy pork chops pan-seared with fresh apples and aromatic sage in a buttery sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, Granny Smith apple, fresh sage leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1 large, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges Granny Smith apple
8 fresh sage leaves
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
2, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add pork chops to the skillet and sear for 4 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove chops and set aside.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 8 fresh sage leaves to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 1 large sliced Granny Smith apple wedges and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples soften and edges caramelize.
Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
Step 6: Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon the apple and sage sauce over them, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to rewarm before serving.