How do I bake crispy pork chops with apple sauce?

Achieve crispy perfection with oven-baked pork chops paired with a delightful apple sauce. Get ready to enjoy a crunchy and succulent dining experience!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake crispy pork chops with apple sauce. Items include: Pork chops Salt Pepper Any other desired seasonings Oil Apples Butter Cinnamon

Pork chops 4 thick-cut chops
Salt To taste
Pepper To taste
Any other desired seasonings To taste
Oil 1 tablespoon
Apples 2, peeled and diced
Butter 1 tablespoon
Cinnamon A pinch

Take note
Handle raw meat with care and always wash your hands after handling. Also, be cautious when working with hot ovens to avoid any accidents.

1

Preheat the oven

First things first, preheat your oven to 400F (200C) and make sure the oven rack is in the middle position. We need the oven to be nice and hot for our pork chop perfection.

2

Season the pork chops

Now, it's time to give those pork chops some flavorful love. Sprinkle both sides of each chop with salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you fancy. Get creative and let your taste buds guide you.

3

Sear the chops

Heat a tablespoon of oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the pork chops. Sear them for about 3 minutes on each side, until they develop a beautiful golden-brown crust.

4

Transfer to the oven

Bid farewell to your stovetop, as it's oven time! Place the skillet with the seared chops directly into the preheated oven. Let those chops bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145F (63C).

5

Let them rest

Patience, my friend! Once the pork chops are done, remove them from the oven and let them rest on a cutting board for a few minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make the chops even more tender.

6

Make the apple sauce

While the chops are resting, let's whip up a delicious apple sauce to accompany our masterpiece. Peel and dice two apples, then sauté them in a small saucepan with a tablespoon of butter and a pinch of cinnamon until they're soft and gooey.

7

Blend it baby!

Transfer the sautéed apples to a blender or food processor and give it a good whiz until you have a smooth and velvety sauce. If you prefer a chunkier sauce, simply pulse it a few times.

8

Serve and enjoy!

It's showtime! Plate those crispy pork chops with a generous drizzle of apple sauce. The crunchy exterior of the chops with the sweet and tangy apple sauce is a match made in foodie heaven. Dig in and enjoy!