Apple Butter and Sage Pork Chops

Submitted by Gagoo

"This easy recipe is all things fall. Pan seared pork chops with apple butter, sage, a splash of balsamic, and a little browned butter. It doesn't get simpler, cozier, or more delicious than this pork chop recipe. Great any night of the week with a side of creamy polenta and a colorful salad. https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/apple-butter-and-sage-pork-chops/#bo-recipe"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 2 pork chops, about 1-inch thick
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 3 tablespoons salted butter
• 12 fresh sage leaves
• 2 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 tablespoons apple butter
• 1 -2 honey-crisp apple, cut into wedges
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped

directions

1. Preheat the broiler to high.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Season the pork chops all over with kosher salt and pepper. Add the olive oil to the skillet, when the oil shimmers, add the pork and sear on both sides for 2-3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through.
3. Remove the pork from the pan to a plate. Spread each pork chop with a layer of apple butter.
4. To the skillet, add the butter, garlic, apples, and sage. Cook 1-2 minutes then remove from the heat. Slide the pork back into the the skillet. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the pork. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes or until the apples are lightly charred.
5. Remove from the oven and top with fresh thyme. Spoon the butter over the pork chops. Serve and enjoy!