This pork chops with apples and onions dish is a deliciously light and flavorful meal that’s perfect for Fall.  Plus, it’s all made in ONE pan!

These pork chops have everything you love about a comforting Fall dish… mouthwatering, well balanced flavors, is healthy yet hearty, and is made in just ONE pan in 30 minutes!

You guys really love one pan/one pot meals… and I’m bringing you another great one!  When I posted my One Pot Chicken and Dirty Rice recipe… I had no idea it was going to take off as much as it has.  I’ve also gotten quite a few reader requests for more one pan/one pot meals, so I knew I had to get to work 😉

This recipe isn’t mine however, I got it from Cooking Light magazine, then made a few tweaks and changes.

One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Onions | Amazing Fall flavors combine in this one pan, 30 minute pork chop meal! | http://thechunkychef.com

There’s something so satisfying about cooking a meal in ONE pan. You feel accomplished, like you’re working smarter, not harder… and there’s the huge bonus… you only have to wash one pan!

I don’t know about you, but I loathe doing dishes. Some meals can seriously fill up your sink (and then some), so these one pan meals are a nice change of pace.

 

One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Onions | Amazing Fall flavors combine in this one pan, 30 minute pork chop meal! | http://thechunkychef.com
I used fresh herbs in this dish since I’m a huge fan of using them whenever possible, but I know not everyone keeps a steady supply of fresh herbs in their house, so you can swap them out for dried (just use about 1/3 of the amount) if that’s what you have on hand.

In the magazine, they actually made this meal using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, so if you’d prefer to use those, no problem. I just really like the flavor of pork and apples… they’re a match made in Fall heaven!

 

I also chose to use bone-in pork chops, since I find they have better flavor and don’t get dried out as easily… but I know not everyone likes cooking with bone-in meat, so you can also use boneless pork chops if you’d prefer.

One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Onions | Amazing Fall flavors combine in this one pan, 30 minute pork chop meal! | http://thechunkychef.com
Please feel free to peel the apples if you like, but as you can see from the photos, I generally leave the skin on mine.

 

While this dish is plenty hearty, a great meal deserves a great side dish or two… so here are a few of my favorites… brussels sprouts with toasted hazelnut butter, horseradish mashed potatoes with caramelized onions, and slow cooker ranch mushrooms!

The next time you’re looking for a great weeknight meal that’s ready in a flash… give these pork chops with apples and onions a try!