Pork Chops (Classic American Cut)

A versatile and classic American pork dish, pork chops can be pan-seared, grilled, or baked. A traditional pairing is pan-seared pork chops with applesauce, balancing savory meat with a touch of sweetness. Popular in both home kitchens and restaurants.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Easy

2 Servings

450 Kcal

10 Mins

15 Mins

25 Mins

02 Ingredients

  • 2 Pork Chops (bone-in or boneless, about 2.5 cm thick)

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or Butter

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Black Pepper (to taste)

  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder (optional)

  • 1 tsp Paprika (optional)

    For Applesauce (optional classic side)

  • 2 Apples (peeled, cored, diced)

  • ½ cup Water

  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar

  • ½ tsp Cinnamon (optional)



03 Method

Step 1
Pat Pork Chops dry and season with Salt, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, and Paprika.

Step 2
Heat Olive Oil or Butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
Sear Pork Chops for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 63°C / 145°F). Remove and rest for 5 minutes.

Step 4 (Optional Applesauce)
In a small saucepan, combine Apples, Water, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until soft. Mash or blend into a sauce.

Step 5
Serve Pork Chops hot with Applesauce and your choice of vegetables or mashed potatoes.