Pork Chops with Apples and Butternut Squash
Pork Chops with Apples and Butternut Squash is a heartwarming dish that combines juicy pork chops with sweet caramelized apples and creamy roasted butternut squash. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests, delivering vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delightful meal that warms your soul and brings everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss butternut squash and apple slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a baking dish, layer the seared pork chops on top of the seasoned squash and apple mixture.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C) and apples are tender.
- Serve drizzled with pan juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg