pork chops in sour cream applesauce
Apples seem to go naturally with pork. 'Tis the season, so I thought I'd put this recipe on here for one of those cold nights, when you're looking for something filling and hearty - and simple! This is a great meal served with cooked cabbage, Brussels sprouts, or broccoli, or baked squash. A real fall meal.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
40 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 medium pork chops
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 - 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups applesauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or white wine, if you prefer)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
How To Make pork chops in sour cream applesauce
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Step 1Trim excess fat off the pork chops.
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Step 2Brown the chops in a large frying pan in 2 Tbsp of olive oil. Once browned, remove them and set aside. -
Step 3Saute onions in the drippings.
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Step 4Add 1 cup of water to the pan to deglaze it.
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Step 5Reduce heat. Add applesauce, lemon juice, and pepper.
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Step 6Mix well.
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Step 7Return the chops to the pan and smother with the sauce.
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Step 8Cover and cook gently on medium-low heat until the chops are cooked through, approximately 35 - 40 minutes. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of water as needed while the pork chops simmer.
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Step 9Once the chops are tender, remove them and set aside. Add sour cream to the applesauce mixture.
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Step 10Heat through. Do not bring to a boil. Salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 11Pour sauce over the chops, and serve.
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