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Close-up of tender pork chops baked in a glass dish with a rich onion sauce and a crispy topping.

Weeknight Winner Pork Chops in 10 Minutes

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare delicious pork chops for a weeknight meal. It combines simple ingredients with fast cooking techniques for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Pan-frying time 7 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Chops
  • 4 pork chops
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil or as needed
Sauerkraut Mixture
  • 1 (20-ounce) can sauerkraut well drained
  • 1 apple peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon caraway seeds

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowl
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. Rub your pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the pork chops on both sides until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  4. Place the browned pork chops into the prepared casserole dish.
  5. In a bowl, combine the sauerkraut, diced apple, chopped onion, brown sugar, and caraway seeds. Mix well.
  6. Spoon the sauerkraut mixture over the pork chops in the casserole dish. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the pork chops are no longer pink in the center. Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the center reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Notes

This recipe is designed for quick preparation and cooking, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Ensure your pork chops are evenly browned for the best flavor.

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