Pork Chops with Apples

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 boneless 1-inch thick pork chops
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 Georgia cooking apples, peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Directions

  • Step 1:

    Preheat oven to 350º.

  • Step 2:

    Combine chili powder, salt and pepper, then season the chops on both sides with mixture.

  • Step 3:

    In a large skillet, heat oil and brown the chops for about 5 minutes per side.

  • Step 4:

    Transfer chops to a rimmed baking sheet and place in the over to continue cooking an additional 10 -15 minutes or until done (165º).

  • Step 5:

    In the same skillet, melt butter, then add the apples and cinnamon.

  • Step 6:

    Cook over medium to low heat until apples are soft and brown around the edges, about 7- 10 minutes.

  • Step 7:

    Add syrup and stir to combine. Transfer chops to a platter and pour apples over top.