Apple Spice Pork Chops
These Apple Spice Pork Chops deliver 1g protein and 139 calories per serving — a minimal-protein side best paired with substantial protein sources. Quick stovetop prep yields 4 servings, adding flavor variation without compromising your macro targets. Use strategically when building meals where other components carry your protein load and you need calorie density from carbs or fats.
Ingredients
- •Pork Chops, Bone-In
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Pinch salt and pepper ($0.05)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Apple, Granny Smith
- •Butter(30g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Cinnamon, Ground(1g)
- •Nutmeg, Ground(1g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(240g)
Instructions
- 1Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. While the skillet is heating, open the pork chops and season each side with a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper.
- 2Once the oil is hot and shimmering, place the chops in the pan. Cook the chops undisturbed for 5-7 minutes or until the bottoms form a nice brown crust. If your chops are sticking to the pan, that means they have not formed a crust yet. They will “let go” once the crust forms. Flip the chops and cook the second side in the same manner. It should take 5-7 minutes for each side.
- 3While the chops are searing, thinly slice the onion and slice the apples into wedges. Once the chops have browned on both sides, remove them to a clean plate (they do not need to be cooked through at this point). Add the apples, onions, and butter to the skillet and sauté until the onions are softened. Allow the moisture from the apples and onions to dissolve the browned bits from the skillet as they cook.
- 4Add the broth, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to the skillet with the apples and onions. Stir until everything is combined, then return the chops to the pan, along with any juices that may have collected on the plate. Nestle the chops down in the mixture, making sure some onions and apples are on top of the chops.
- 5Simmer the chops in the apple and onion mixture for about 10 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced by half, the apples are soft, and the pork chops are cooked through. Stir occasionally, moving the apples and onions around so they all have a chance to simmer and soften. Serve each chop with apples, onions and sauce spooned over top.
Nutrition — Per Serving
139
calories
1g
protein
14g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Saturated fat
- 5.1g
- Sodium
- 127 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.2g
4 servings per batch · ~79g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Apple Spice Pork Chops have per serving?
Each serving delivers only 1g of protein and 139 calories with 14g fat and 4g carbs. This recipe functions as a fat-forward side dish rather than a protein-primary component of your meal.
How long does Apple Spice Pork Chops take to prep?
Listed as quick prep, this stovetop recipe batch-preps 4 servings in minimal time, making it efficient for adding seasoned fat and flavor to multiple meals throughout the week. Plan for under 30 minutes total hands-on time.
Is Apple Spice Pork Chops good for fat loss?
This recipe is not recommended as a primary fat-loss meal due to its minimal protein content at only 1g per serving. Use it as a side dish paired with high-protein chicken, turkey, or lean beef to create a complete macronutrient-balanced meal.
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