Best 3 Apple Balsamic Pork Chops Recipes

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Apple balsamic pork chops are a delightful dish that combines the flavors of tender pork chops, tangy balsamic vinegar, and sweet apples. This classic recipe is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of flavors in this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and flavorful meal that will impress your friends and family.

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PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE BALSAMIC SAUCE AND BLUE CHEESE TOMATO GRATIN



Pork Chops with Apple Balsamic Sauce and Blue Cheese Tomato Gratin image

Provided by François Kwaku-Dongo

Categories     Fruit     Roast     Vinegar     Raisin     Apple     Pork Chop     Red Wine     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallot
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup apple balsamic vinegar *, or 5 tablespoons cider vinegar mixed with 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 cups chicken stock, homemade or store-bought**, but not canned broth
1 cup veal stock, homemade or store-bought**
6 (1-inch-thick) rib pork chops (each about 1/2 pound)
1/2 Granny Smith apple
1/2 cup golden raisins
Accompaniment: blue cheese potato gratin

Steps:

  • Cook garlic and shallot in 1 tablespoon oil in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add wine and vinegar and boil until reduced to about 1/2 cup, 8 to 10 minutes. Add chicken and veal stocks and boil until reduced to about 1 1/3 cups, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. While oil is heating, pat pork chops dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear 3 chops, turning over once, 4 minutes total, then transfer to a shallow baking pan. Sear remaining chops in same manner, then transfer to baking pan (reserving fat in skillet). Roast in middle of oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center of chops (do not touch bone) registers 155°F, 8 to 12 minutes.
  • While pork is roasting, peel apple and cut into 1/3-inch dice. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet, then cook apple and raisins over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until apple is golden brown and caramelized but not falling apart, 2 to 3 minutes. Add sauce and simmer, stirring, 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon sauce over pork chops.
  • Available at some specialty foods shops and Dean & DeLuca (877-826-9246).
  • ** Use stock available at specialty foods shops and butcher shops.

APPLE-BALSAMIC PORK CHOPS



Apple-Balsamic Pork Chops image

When I want to get dinner on the table, I look for recipes that meet my EFF standards-easy, fast and frugal. These sweet and delicious Apple-Balsamic Pork Chops score on all three counts. -Jami Wells, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup apple jelly
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet brown chops in oil. Remove and keep warm., Add apple cider to the skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in the broth, jelly and vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/3 cup., Return chops to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until meat is tender, turning once. Add butter and stir until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 499mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLE-BALSAMIC PORK CHOPS & RICE



Apple-Balsamic Pork Chops & Rice image

Thanks to tangy balsamic vinegar and sweet apples, this one-pot pork chop lets you have a little something special anytime. -Greg Hageli, Elmhurst, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 medium Gala apples, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups instant brown rice
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork chops with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides; remove from pan., Add apples, mushrooms and onion to the skillet; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in rice, broth, vinegar, thyme, and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, covered, 5 minutes., Place pork chops over top; cook, covered, 4-6 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a good quality pork chop. Bone-in pork chops are more flavorful than boneless pork chops. Look for pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick.
  • Brine the pork chops. Brining the pork chops helps to tenderize them and add flavor. To brine the pork chops, simply place them in a mixture of water, salt, and sugar for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat. Cooking the pork chops over medium heat helps to prevent them from drying out. Cook the pork chops for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Let the pork chops rest before serving. Letting the pork chops rest before serving allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful pork chop.
  • Serve the pork chops with a delicious sauce. The apple balsamic sauce in this recipe is a great option, but you can also serve the pork chops with a variety of other sauces, such as a barbecue sauce, a honey mustard sauce, or a mushroom sauce.

Conclusion:

Apple balsamic pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The pork chops are tender and flavorful, and the apple balsamic sauce is sweet and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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