Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Roasted Apple and Sage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

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Tender pork chops pan-seared to golden perfection served alongside roasted apples and fragrant fresh sage. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 40 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 medium apple (cored and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges)
8 fresh sage leaves
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves (crushed)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 medium sliced apples with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 4 fresh sage leaves. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Step 2: Meanwhile, season 4 bone-in pork chops evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 4: Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 crushed garlic cloves, and 4 fresh sage leaves to the skillet. Spoon melted butter over the chops for 1 minute.
Step 5: Transfer skillet to the oven and roast pork chops for an additional 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Step 6: Remove pork chops and apples from oven. Let pork rest for 5 minutes before serving alongside the roasted apples and pan juices.