Apple Pork Chops

Apple Pork Chops are a comforting dinner made with tender pork and sweet baked apples cooked together in the oven. If you’re always on the lookout for Easy Pork Recipes, this one earns a regular spot because it uses simple ingredients and smells incredible while it bakes.

These baked apple pork chops are great for nights when you want something comforting without hovering over the stove. Everything goes into one dish and bakes together, making dinner simple and stress-free. It’s a meal that always gets devoured and leaves everyone satisfied.

Apple Pork Chops

I wasn’t sure how this dish would go over the first time I made it, but it quickly became a family favorite. As the pork bakes, it soaks up all the flavors from butter and brown sugar staying tender and juicy without much fuss.

The Honeycrisp apples underneath turn soft and saucy, creating a sweet, warm layer that complements every bite of pork. This recipe for apple pork chops is easy to throw together, making it perfect for busy weeknights while still feeling special enough for a family dinner.

Timesaving Tips and Variations

This recipe already keeps things simple, but a few small tweaks can make it even easier or help you adjust it to what you have on hand.

• Use pre-sliced and peeled apples to cut down on prep time
• Any baking apple will be delicious in this recipe
• Add cinnamon or apple pie spice for added depth
• Use an oven-safe skillet, and this becomes a one-pan meal.
• Use bone-in pork chops and increase baking time slightly
• Add a splash of apple juice or cider for extra sauce
• Finish uncovered for the last 10 minutes for a deeper color

These small adjustments let you tailor the dish while keeping the core flavors intact. No matter which option you choose, the apples and pork still bake together into a flavorful dinner.

Best Sides to Serve with Apple Pork Chops

This apple-glazed pork pairs best with simple sides that balance the sweetness. Keeping the sides uncomplicated lets the apples shine.

• Easy Mashed Potatoes
• Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese
• Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
• Simple Spinach Salad with Basil
• Savory Herb Rice

The combination of savory pork, sweet apples, and neutral sides makes the plate feel complete. It’s the kind of meal that looks special but doesn’t require extra effort.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Tools Needed to Make Apple Pork Chops

This recipe relies on basic kitchen equipment that most home cooks already have. Having the right tools on hand keeps prep and cleanup quick.

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Using simple tools keeps the process smooth from stovetop to oven. If you have a skillet that can go in the oven, you can use that in this recipe.

Ingredients for Apple Pork Chops

These ingredients work together to create a balance of savory and sweet flavors. Each one plays an important role in the final flavor.

• Butter – adds richness and helps brown the pork
• Boneless pork chops – cook evenly and stay tender
• Apples – soften into a sweet, saucy base
• Brown sugar – creates a caramel-like sweetness

How to Make Easy Apple Pork Chops

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×9 baking dish with nonstick spray. Spread the sliced apples evenly in the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle over the apples. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the pork chops on both sides.

Then place the pork chops on top of the apples. Cover with foil and bake until the pork chops are tender and cooked through, about 30 – 45 minutes.

Serve with apples and sauce spooned over the top and with your favorite sides. We love this Easy Southern Succotash with the pork.

You may enjoy Stove-Top Stuffed Pork Chops, too. It’s packed with savory goodness and comes together quickly for a satisfying meal.

 2026 Alphabet Challenge – “A”

The New Year is here, and we’re kicking off the 2026 Alphabet Challenge. Foodies from all over will be sharing recipes inspired by the letters of the alphabet. Twice a month, we’ll feature two letters, with recipes that either start with the letter or highlight a main ingredient beginning with that letter. Today’s letter is “A,” and I’m excited to share a comforting recipe that’s perfect for family dinners. Here’s what everyone else is cooking up.

• Karen’s Kitchen Stories: Argentine-Style Burgers with Chimichurri Sauce 
• Sneha’s Recipe: Anday Aur Subzi Pulao – Pressure Cooker Method 
• Mayuri’s Jikoni: Aloo Bhaji & Poori 
• A Day in the Life on the Farm: Apple Crumb Pie 
• Culinary Cam: Atchara: A Pickle from My People…and My Grandmother 
• A Messy Kitchen: Amygdalopita 
• Food Lust People Love: Ají de Cerdo – Peruvian Pork Stew 

Look back at the recipes for the 2025 alphabet challenge and then check out 2024’s recipes!

Enjoy!