Savor a delicious combination of sweet, smoky and tender in this easy-to-follow recipe for skillet-cooked apple glazed pork chops. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that shines with the flavors of brown sugar and chili powder-infused apple butter.
Heat a large skillet coated with nonstick cooking spray over medium-high heat.
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Season both sides of the pork chops evenly with kosher salt and cracked black pepper.
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Add pork chops to the hot skillet and cook for 4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer the pork chops to a plate and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter.
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Add apple slices to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender.
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Stir in apple butter, brown sugar, and chili powder, and mix well to combine.
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Lower the heat and let the apple mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes.
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Move apples to the sides of the skillet and place the pork chops in the center. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on each side to ensure they are fully cooked through.
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Serve the pork chops hot, generously topped with the apple mixture.