Sheet Pan Grilled Pork Chops with Apples and Sage

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Juicy pork chops grilled in the oven with sweet apples and fragrant sage, all roasted together on one pan for an easy weeknight dinner. This american-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs about 1 inch thick bone-in pork chops, leaves fresh sage leaves, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 bone-in pork chops on a rimmed baking sheet and brush both sides generously with the olive oil mixture.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 2 cored and sliced Granny Smith apples and 12 fresh sage leaves evenly around and on top of the pork chops.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 20-25 minutes until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F and apples are tender and caramelized. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Grilled Pork Chops with Apples and Sage take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Sheet Pan Grilled Pork Chops with Apples and Sage?

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 leaves fresh sage leaves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Grilled Pork Chops with Apples and Sage?

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 Sheet Pan Grilled Pork Chops with Apples and Sage for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sheet Pan Grilled Pork Chops with Apples and Sage?

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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