Quebec Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Sauté

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Juicy pork chops glazed with sweet Quebec maple syrup, served alongside sautéed apples and onions for a perfect balance of savory and sweet. This canadian-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops, pure Quebec maple syrup, unsalted butter 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 Canadian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 2 bone-in pork chops with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chops and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion, and 1 medium sliced Granny Smith apple to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup pure Quebec maple syrup and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Cook for 2 more minutes until the syrup thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Return pork chops to the skillet and spoon the maple apple-onion glaze over them. Serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quebec Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Sauté 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 Quebec Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Sauté?

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 pure quebec maple syrup from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quebec Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Sauté?

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 Quebec Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Sauté 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 Quebec Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Sauté?

Canadian 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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