Swede Dish Pork Chops with Apples

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cuisine: American, Swedish

Courses: Dinner

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Dietary: Apples, Meats + Meat Alternatives, Pork

Description

This dish celebrates the timeless pairing of pork and apples with a Swedish twist. Juicy seared pork chops are roasted alongside sweet-tart apples, onions, and a touch of warming allspice, then finished with a creamy mustard sauce. It’s hearty yet balanced—perfect for a cozy fall or winter meal that embodies Swede Dish’s seasonal wellness philosophy. Serve with roasted root vegetables, braised red cabbage, or a simple barley salad for a full plate.

Ingredients

4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
2 firm apples (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp ground allspice (or mix of cinnamon + nutmeg + clove)
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)

For the Creamy Mustard Sauce:

½ cup chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream (or oat cream for dairy-free)
2 tbsp whole-grain mustard
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and half the allspice.
3
In a large oven-safe skillet, sear pork chops in olive oil or butter, 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
4
Add apples and onions to the skillet. Sprinkle with remaining allspice and thyme, tossing to coat. Cook 5 minutes until softened.
5
Return pork chops to the pan. Transfer to the oven and roast for 10–12 minutes, until pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
6
Remove pork and apples to a plate. Place skillet back on stove over medium heat.
7
Make the sauce: Add broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in cream, both mustards, and vinegar. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
8
Serve: Plate pork chops with roasted apples and onions, spoon sauce over top, and garnish with extra thyme.

Note

Suggested Seasonal Pairings

Spring: Serve with roasted asparagus and new potatoes.
Summer: Add grilled zucchini or fresh cucumber-dill salad.
Fall: Pair with roasted squash or barley-mushroom pilaf.
Winter: Serve alongside braised red cabbage and rye bread.

Keywords: Swede Dish, pork chops, apples, Swedish comfort food, fall recipe, winter recipe, allspice, mustard cream sauce, seasonal cooking, Nordic wellness.