Skillet Pork Chops with Apples & Onion

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
34%
Skillet Pork Chops with Apples & Onion
20 min.
4
383kcal

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Looking for a quick, delicious, and nutritious meal that's easy on your wallet and diet? Look no further than this Skillet Pork Chops with Apples & Onion! This scrumptious recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a lazy weekend lunch. Each serving clocks in at a satisfying 383 calories, ensuring you get a well-balanced meal without the heavy feeling that often follows indulgent dinners.

Imagine tender, juicy pork chops, seared to golden perfection, paired with the crisp, sweet crunch of fresh apples and the mellow, caramelized flavor of onions. The magic happens in just one skillet, reducing cleanup and maximizing flavor as the ingredients meld together. The dish is dressed in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette and seasoned with a simple yet profound blend of salt and pepper, creating a symphony of tastes that's both comforting and refreshing.

Whether you're cooking for a family of four or just treating yourself to a solitary feast, this recipe for Skillet Pork Chops with Apples & Onion is versatile, hearty, and sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Perfect as a main course or dish, it's equally at home at lunch or dinner, promising a flavorful adventure that's as easy to whip up as it is to enjoy. So why wait? Let's get cooking and savor the deliciousness that awaits!

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces pork loin boneless
  • medium apples cut into wedges
  • large onion cut into thin wedges
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinaigrette 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; brown pork chops on both sides, about 4 minutes.
  2. Remove from pan.
  3. In same skillet, combine apples, onion and water.
  4. Place pork chops over apple mixture; drizzle chops with vinaigrette.
  5. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until a thermometer inserted in chops reads 145°, 3-5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein40.92%
Fat34.09%
Carbs24.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.75
Glycemic Load
5.77
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
19.762608331183%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.14mg
Peonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
1.77mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
10.28mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.43mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
13.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:382.93kcal
19.15%
Fat:14.39g
22.14%
Saturated Fat:2.83g
17.71%
Carbohydrates:23.73g
7.91%
Net Carbohydrates:19.78g
7.19%
Sugar:16.44g
18.27%
Cholesterol:107.16mg
35.72%
Sodium:554.66mg
24.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.87g
77.73%
Vitamin B6:1.39mg
69.28%
Selenium:47.31µg
67.59%
Vitamin B1:0.79mg
52.94%
Vitamin B3:9.94mg
49.71%
Phosphorus:408.81mg
40.88%
Potassium:838.69mg
23.96%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.41%
Zinc:3.18mg
21.23%
Fiber:3.95g
15.78%
Vitamin B12:0.87µg
14.46%
Vitamin B5:1.4mg
13.98%
Magnesium:55.17mg
13.79%
Vitamin C:9.05mg
10.97%
Copper:0.15mg
7.72%
Iron:1.18mg
6.53%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.24%
Vitamin D:0.68µg
4.54%
Vitamin K:3.36µg
3.2%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.17%
Calcium:28.46mg
2.85%
Folate:11.24µg
2.81%
Vitamin A:75.14IU
1.5%