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Hearty Pork and Apple Skillet

This rustic skillet meal brings together savory pork, sweet apples, and earthy sage for a flavor-packed, comforting dinner.

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

Hello, comfort food! This Hearty Pork and Apple Skillet is your ticket to a delicious, no-fuss dinner that feels gourmet but is totally approachable. The combination of tender pork, sweet caramelized apples, and fragrant sage is simply irresistible. It’s a beautifully balanced dish that’s perfect for those crisp evenings.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch medallions
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or additional sage for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pat pork medallions dry and season generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork medallions and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add sliced apples and red onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples soften and onions caramelize slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in minced garlic and chopped sage, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Deglaze the pan by pouring in the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in Dijon mustard. Return the seared pork medallions to the skillet, nestling them among the apples and onions. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the pork to warm through and absorb the flavors. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or sage, if desired. Excellent with rice, quinoa, or a side of greens.

Tips

  • Don't crowd the pan when searing the pork; cook in batches if necessary.
  • For a touch of sweetness, a drizzle of maple syrup can be added with the chicken broth.
  • If you don't have fresh sage, dried thyme also works wonderfully in this dish.

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