Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Chutney

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

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Juicy pan-seared pork chops paired with a sweet and tangy apple chutney made from locally sourced apples and warming spices. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 American cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (8 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 medium, peeled and diced apples
1 small, finely chopped yellow onion
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/8 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 2 bone-in pork chops with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 145°F). Remove chops and tent with foil to rest.
Step 2: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 1 small finely chopped yellow onion and 2 diced medium apples. Cook stirring for 3 minutes until softened.
Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, and 1/8 tsp red chili flakes if using. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until mixture thickens into a chutney consistency.
Step 4: Serve pork chops topped with warm apple chutney, spooning extra chutney on the side.