Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pork Chops with Maple-Glazed Apples and Sage
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 25 minutes
Experience the warm and comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pork Chops. The combination of aromatic spices, savory pork, and sweet maple-glazed apples with crispy sage will transport your taste buds to a cozy autumn evening.
Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pork Chops are seared to perfection with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a deliciously spiced crust. The maple-glazed apples add a sweet and caramelized touch, while crispy sage leaves bring a burst of earthy flavor. This dish is a delightful celebration of fall on a plate.
Ingredients
🍽️ Servings: 4 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 380
Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pork Chops:
4 bone-in pork chops
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Maple-Glazed Apples and Sage:
2 apples, cored and thinly sliced (use a sweet variety like Honeycrisp or Gala)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves
Salt and black pepper to taste
Steps
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together pumpkin pie spice, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Rub the spice mixture over both sides of each pork chop.
Step 4
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 6
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Step 7
In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Step 8
Add sliced apples and cook until they begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 9
Stir in maple syrup and continue cooking until the apples are caramelized, about 3-4 minutes more.
Step 10
Add fresh sage leaves and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sage becomes crispy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 11
Plate the Pumpkin Pie Spiced Pork Chops and top each chop with the maple-glazed apples and crispy sage.
Step 12
Drizzle any remaining maple glaze over the pork chops. Garnish with additional fresh sage leaves if desired.
Make it your own!
Add a splash of apple cider to the maple glaze for extra flavor.
Include a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Serve the pork chops over a bed of mashed sweet potatoes or butternut squash puree.
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