Iron Skillet Apple Pork Chops
This Iron Skillet Apple Pork Chops is a hearty one-pan meal that brings together tender pork chops, sweet apples, and savory bacon for the perfect balance of flavors. It’s an easy weeknight dinner or holiday meal.
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How to Make Iron Skillet Apple Pork Chops
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
2. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat. Sear the pork chops for about 3 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, then stir in the apple wedges, onion wedges, and bacon. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
5. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 25 minutes.
6. Remove the skillet, place the pork chops on top of the apples and onions, and return to the oven. Bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the pork reaches 145°F inside.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- You can use bone-in pork chops if you prefer; just adjust cooking time slightly.
- Try using Honeycrisp or Gala apples for a sweeter flavor, or Granny Smith for a little tang.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or on the stove.
Iron Skillet Apple Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 medium onion peeled and cut into 8 wedges
- 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and cut into 8 wedges
- 4 ounces sliced bacon cut into bite-size pieces
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat. Sear the pork chops for about 3 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, then stir in the apple wedges, onion wedges, and bacon. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 25 minutes.
- Remove the skillet, place the pork chops on top of the apples and onions, and return to the oven. Bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the pork reaches 145°F inside.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
