Layered Apple Pork Chop Bake
This Layered Apple Pork Chop Bake is a sweet-savory dinner made with boneless pork chops, sliced apples, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and rosemary.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 boneless pork chops
- 2 to 3 apples peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/2 stick
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon divided
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg divided
- 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch optional
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh rosemary minced, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Arrange the sliced apples evenly in the bottom of a large baking dish.
- Sprinkle the apples with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
- Place the boneless pork chops in a single layer over the sliced apples.
- Season the pork chops generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the unsalted butter and brown sugar.
- Whisk until the butter is fully melted and the brown sugar is incorporated.
- Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
- If a thicker glaze is desired, whisk in the cornstarch until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the pork chops and apples.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and tender.
- For best results, ensure the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven.
- Sprinkle the pork chops with minced fresh rosemary.
- Serve warm with the baked apples and glaze spooned over the top.
Notes
To make this Layered Apple Pork Chop Bake gluten free, confirm that the pork chops, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and rosemary are labeled gluten free or free from gluten-containing additives.
Cornstarch is typically gluten free, but labels should be checked for cross-contamination, especially if cooking for someone with celiac disease.
Use pure spices without added fillers or seasoning blends that may contain gluten.
Prepare the recipe with clean utensils, a clean saucepan, and a clean baking dish to prevent cross-contamination.
Serve with gluten-free sides such as mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, gluten-free stuffing, or a certified gluten-free dinner roll.