SKILLET PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES

Skillet Pork Chops with Apples image

Our family loves to use apples to brighten savory dishes. We experimented with pork chop and apple recipes to find the perfect pairing. -Amanda Jobe, Olathe, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each and 3/4 inch thick)
1 teaspoon dried oregano, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
2 small apples, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup sliced sweet onion (1/4 inch thick)
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

Sprinkle pork chops with 1/2 teaspoon oregano, salt and pepper. Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops, about 3 minutes per side; remove from pan., In same pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add apples, onion and remaining oregano; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until apples are tender., Reduce heat to medium; stir in applesauce and vinegar. Return chops to pan; cook, covered, 4-6 minutes or until pork is tender. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges