3-Ingredient Pork Chops With Roasted Apples and Sage
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This simple yet sophisticated pork chop dish celebrates the classic pairing of succulent meat and orchard fruit. By searing the pork and apples in the same frying pan before finishing them in the oven, you create a deep, caramelised flavour that perfectly complements the earthy notes of fresh sage. It is an excellent choice for a high-protein dinner that feels a little more special than your average Tuesday night meal.
Using thick, bone-in chops ensures the meat stays juicy and tender during the roasting process. Choose a crisp, sweet apple variety such as Gala or Fuji to provide a lovely textural contrast to the savoury pork. Serve this comforting dish alongside some steamed seasonal greens or fluffy mashed potatoes for a wholesome, homemade feast that the whole family will enjoy.
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Ingredients for 3-Ingredient Pork Chops With Roasted Apples and Sage
4 (1 1/4"-thick) bone-in pork chops
1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 medium crisp, sweet apples (such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala), cut into 2" wedges
10 sage leaves
How to make 3-Ingredient Pork Chops With Roasted Apples and Sage
Back to contentsPreheat oven to 204°C. Season pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear pork chops, turning occasionally (including outside edge of fat cap), until browned all over, 8–10 minutes. Transfer chops to a roasting pan.
Cook apples, sage, and 1/2 teaspoons salt in same skillet over medium heat, turning apples, until browned on all sides, about 3 minutes. Transfer apples and sage to roasting pan, nestling around chops.
Transfer roasting pan to oven and roast until chops are cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into centre of chops registers 71°C, 8–10 minutes.
Divide chops among plates and serve with apples and sage alongside.
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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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