Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple-Cinnamon Compote

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Juicy pork chops paired with a warm apple and cinnamon compote create a comforting balance of savory and sweet. 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 380 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 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large, peeled and diced apple
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season both sides with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove chops and tent with foil.
Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Once melted, add 2 diced peeled apples, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often until apples soften and mixture thickens.
Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar and 1/4 cup water to deglaze the pan, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the compote is syrupy.
Step 5: Serve the pork chops topped with warm apple-cinnamon compote.