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Harvest Pork and Apple Skillet

A cozy skillet meal combining tender pork slices, sweet apples, savory onions, and a touch of thyme.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Harvest Pork and Apple Skillet

Embrace the flavors of autumn any time of year with this delightful Harvest Pork and Apple Skillet! It’s a wonderfully balanced dish that brings together savory pork, sweet apples, and fragrant herbs in one pan. This recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels a little special.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb pork tenderloin, thinly sliced (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 Gala or Honeycrisp apples, cored and sliced (skin on is fine)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and fresh black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pat the sliced pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet (cast iron works great!) over medium-high heat. Add pork slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Add sliced onion to the same skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Add sliced apples and dried thyme, and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until apples begin to soften but still hold their shape.

  4. Step 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Pour the mixture into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

  5. Step 5

    Return the cooked pork to the skillet. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly and coat the pork and apples.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Tips

  • Serve this skillet meal with wild rice, quinoa, or a simple green salad.
  • For a bolder flavor, you can add a pinch of ground sage along with the thyme.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the pork; cook in batches if necessary to ensure it browns nicely.

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