APPLES 'N' ONION TOPPED CHOPS

Apples 'n' Onion Topped Chops image

Now that my husband and I are trying to lose weight, I find it a challenge to come up with healthy dishes that are flavorful, quick and appealing to us and our young daughter. This one fits the bill on all counts. -Beverly McLain, Endicott, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
4 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)
3 cups sweet onion slices
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet heat 2 teaspoons canola oil over medium-high heat; cook chops until browned, about 3 minutes on each side. Remove meat; set aside and keep warm., In same skillet, cook and stir onion in remaining 2 teaspoons canola oil for 7 minutes or until golden brown. Add apple slices; cook and stir 3 minutes longer. , Combine the water, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, pepper and rosemary. Stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Return meat to pan. Reduce heat; cover and cook until apples are crisp-tender, and a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 6-8 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges