Hello Healthy Meal Preppers!

Nothing brings warmth and comfort to the table like a plate of Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops. Juicy, golden-brown pork chops are paired with tender, caramelized apples and a cinnamon-infused sauce that adds just the right amount of sweetness. The combination of rich, savory flavors and natural sweetness makes this dish both satisfying and well-balanced.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity—minimal ingredients, easy prep, and a perfectly cooked, flavorful result every time. Whether you're making a quick weeknight dinner or planning a special meal, these pork chops deliver big on taste with little effort. Ready in just 30 minutes, this is a dish you’ll want to make again and again. Let’s get started.

Apple Cinnamon Pork Chops Recipe:

Per serving: 398 Calories • 26.9g Carbs (3.7g Fiber) • 20.9g Fat • 26.8g Protein

5 minutes to prep, 20 minutes to cook

Ingredients

Scaled to 1 serving

• 1/4 lb Pork sirloin (chops or roasts) (113 g)

• 1/4 dash Salt (0.1 g)
  (To taste)

• 1/4 dash Pepper (0 g)
  (To taste)

• 3/4 tbsp Butter (11 g)
  (Divided)

• 1/2 medium Apples (91 g)
  (Cored and thinly sliced)

• 1/4 large Onions (38 g)
  (Halved and thinly sliced)

• 1/2 tbsp Brown sugar (4.5 g)
  (Packed)

• 5/8 tsp Rosemary (0.4 g)
  (Finely-chopped)

• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon (1.3 g)

• 0.031 tsp Cayenne pepper (0.1 g)

• 2 2/3 tbsp Apple juice (41 g)

• 1/16 cup, fluid Heavy whipping cream (20 g)

Directions

Directions are for original recipe of 4 servings

1. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt two-thirds of the butter. Add the pork chops and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 3 minutes.

3. Return the skillet to medium-high heat and melt the remaining butter. Add the apples and onion, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar, rosemary, cinnamon, cayenne, apple juice, and cream.

4. Nestle the pork chops into the liquid and cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare or 160°F for medium, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

5. Serve pork chops with the apple mixture on top.