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Pork chops with apples and mashed potatoes

Pork chops with apples and mashed potatoes is a family dish for 4, ready in 45 minutes, rated very easy, for about €2.90 per serving. The key is searing the chops hot and flipping them only once, and running the potatoes through a ricer so the mash stays smooth.

Pork chops and apples just go together, it's a classic pairing. I'll make it with a nice, creamy mashed potatoes on the side.

Pork chops with apples and mashed potatoes
Total time
45 min
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€2.90
Calories per person
590 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter
The kids
They generally like it

Pork chops seared hot develop a caramelized crust while the apples soften slowly with cinnamon and brown sugar. The sweet and savory combination stays simple, no complicated sauce, just the pan juices tying everything together. The mash, made with butter and warm milk, adds the creaminess that balances the meat.

This is a weeknight dish that barely needs watching, perfect for a late evening when you want something warm and comforting. Kids love the sweetness of the caramelized apples, and adults appreciate how well the pork turns out with so little fuss. Mon Chou brings it back as soon as the weather turns cold, when fall apples taste their best.

The ingredients

4 people

Butcher

  • Pork chops 4

Fruits and vegetables

  • Apples 4
  • Potatoes 1 kg

Dairy

  • Butter 80 g
  • Milk 20 cl

Pantry

  • Cinnamonoften in the pantry 1 tsp
  • Brown sugaroften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Nutmegoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Lactose

The step by step recipe

  1. Peel the potatoes, cut them up, and boil them in salted water. 20 min

    They're ready when a knife blade slides in without resistance.

  2. Peel the apples, cut them into wedges, and cook them in 30 g of butter with the cinnamon and sugar. 15 min

    Keep them a bit firm, they'll keep cooking in the pan.

  3. Take the pork chops out of the fridge, season with salt and pepper, and sear them in the oil over high heat. 10 min

    Flip them only once so they caramelize nicely.

  4. Mash the potatoes with the warm milk, 50 g of butter, the nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

    Use a ricer, a blender makes the mash gluey.

  5. Plate the chops with the caramelized apples and mashed potatoes, and spoon over the pan juices.

    Let the chops rest on the plate for two minutes, they stay juicier that way.

Our tips to get it right

  • Take the pork chops out of the fridge a bit before cooking, they cook more evenly when they aren't ice cold.
  • Pick firm apples like Golden Delicious or Braeburn, they hold their shape better than juicier varieties.
  • Keep the pan juices from the chops, they're enough on their own to season the mash and apples when you plate up.

The variations

  • Swap the pork chops for chicken breasts, cutting the stovetop time by a few minutes.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with butternut squash slices pan fried in the same oil.
  • For a faster version with kids in mind, cut the chops into strips before cooking, they'll be done in less time.

What to serve it with

  • A green salad with vinaigrette
  • A glass of sparkling apple juice
  • Steamed green beans

Storage

Store leftovers in the fridge in a sealed container for 2 to 3 days. The mash freezes well for up to a month, but the caramelized apples lose their texture once thawed. Reheat gently in a pan or the oven so the meat doesn't dry out.

Questions about this dish

Can you make the mashed potatoes ahead of time?

Yes, make the mash a few hours ahead and reheat it gently with a splash of warm milk to bring back its creaminess. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for too long.

What kind of apple works best for this recipe?

Firm apples like Golden Delicious or Braeburn hold up well during cooking without turning to mush. Juicier varieties release too much water and won't caramelize properly.

How do you know when the pork chops are done?

The meat should be golden brown on the outside and just slightly pink in the center, depending on thickness. Let the chops rest for two minutes before serving so they stay juicy.

Can you freeze this dish?

The mash freezes just fine, but the caramelized apples and cooked meat lose some texture after freezing. It's better to freeze the mash alone and cook the meat and apples fresh when you're ready to eat.

How long does it take to make pork chops with apples and mashed potatoes?

Count 45 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “very easy”.

How many calories are in pork chops with apples and mashed potatoes?

About 590 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does pork chops with apples and mashed potatoes cost?

About €2.90 per serving, or €11.60 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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