Apple Butter And Sage Pork Chops Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
• STEP 2.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
• STEP 3.Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
• STEP 4.Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 5.In the same skillet, add butter and sage leaves.
• STEP 6.Cook the sage leaves until crispy, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 7.Add apple butter and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring to combine.
• STEP 8.Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
• STEP 9.Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the apple butter sauce over them.
• STEP 10.Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pork chops are heated through and coated in the sauce.
• STEP 11.Garnish with the crispy sage leaves and serve hot.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use bone-in pork chops for extra flavor and juiciness.
• If you don't have apple butter, you can substitute with applesauce mixed with a bit of brown sugar and cinnamon.
• For a more intense sage flavor, you can add fresh sage leaves to the apple butter sauce while it simmers.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pork chops can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pork chops in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes until heated through.
• Serve the apple butter and sage pork chops with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.