One-Pan Pork Chops and Apples

1Ingredients

• 4 piecesBoneless pork loin chops
• 2 mediumFirm apples (e.g., Gala, Honeycrisp)
• 1 mediumRed onion
• 2 tablespoonsOlive oil
• 1 tablespoonMaple syrup or brown sugar
• 1 teaspoonDried thyme
• 1 teaspoonGarlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoonPaprika
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper

2Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cleanup.

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   Slice apples into 1/2-inch thick wedges and the red onion into similar-sized pieces. In a large bowl, toss the apples and onion with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the maple syrup (or brown sugar), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Spread them evenly on one half of the prepared baking sheet.

   ⏱ 5 min
3. 3

   Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil with dried thyme, garlic powder, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture generously over both sides of each pork chop.

   ⏱ 5 min
4. 4

   Place the seasoned pork chops on the other half of the baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping the apple mixture. You want everything in a single layer for even cooking.

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5. 5

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and the apples are tender and slightly caramelized. If desired, you can briefly broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra browning, watching carefully to prevent burning.

   ⏱ 25 min
6. 6

   Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving alongside the roasted apples and onions.

   ⏱ 5 min