Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Sage Pan Sauce

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Juicy pork chops pan-seared to golden perfection, served with a fragrant pan sauce made from sautéed apples, fresh sage, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. 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 450 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 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 2 bone-in pork chops with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chops and tent with foil to rest.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tbsp butter, 1 thinly sliced medium granny smith apple, and 6 chopped fresh sage leaves to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until apples soften and become fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar and 1/2 cup chicken broth, stirring to scrape up browned bits. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Return pork chops to the pan to warm through in the sauce for 1 minute before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Sage Pan Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Sage Pan Sauce?

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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Sage Pan Sauce?

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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Sage Pan Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Sage Pan Sauce?

American pork 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.

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