Pork Cutlets with Apples
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings (about 2 cutlets and apples each)
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Calories
402 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pork Cutlets with Apples
Description
Pork Cutlets with Apples features thin boneless pork pieces seasoned, floured, and pan-fried until golden and cooked through. The cutlets develop a crisp exterior while remaining juicy inside. After cooking, sliced peeled apples are sautéed in the same pan, softened, and simmered with apple juice until reduced. Heavy cream and a pinch of nutmeg enrich the pan sauce, creating a smooth, creamy complement with a mild spiced note. The result is a harmonious blend of tender meat and fruity sauce.
This recipe makes about 4 servings, with about 2 to 3 cutlets each. The dish serves well as a main course paired with simple sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce. Fresh chopped chives add brightness when sprinkled on top. The apple sauce adds a subtle sweetness that enhances the pork without overpowering it.
Leftover cutlets can be stored refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen up to 4 months. Preparing the cutlets with flour and peeling and slicing apples up to a day ahead can streamline cooking. When reheating, warming gently helps maintain the pork’s moisture and the sauce’s texture.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork cutlets (about 12, see note 1)
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large apple peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup apple juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (4 ounces)
- pinch ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chive for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Season the pork cutlets with salt and pepper (I like 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper). Dredge one cutlet in flour and shake to remove excess, then repeat with remaining cutlets.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Add pork cutlets in a single layer (working in batches if necessary) and cook until a golden brown crust forms on one side, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Flip the cutlets and continue cooking until the other side is browned and the chops are cooked through, reaching 145 degrees on an internal thermometer (8-10 minutes total). Transfer to a plate or rimmed baking sheet and repeat with any remaining cutlets, tenting the plate with foil to keep warm.
- Add apples to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add apple juice and cook until the juice has mostly evaporated, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and nutmeg. Simmer until thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes (you should be able to draw a line with your spoon through the sauce, and the line doesn't fill in). Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper).
- Add pork cutlets back to the skillet and stir until heated through and coated with the sauce. Garnish with chives.
Notes
- Pork cutlets are thin, boneless pork pieces that cook quickly and develop a golden crust when pan-fried.
- This recipe yields about 4 servings, with 2 to 3 cutlets per person depending on their size.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze wrapped for up to 4 months.
- For easier preparation, flour the cutlets and prepare sliced apples up to one day ahead; keep apples submerged in water with lemon juice to prevent browning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings (about 2 cutlets and apples each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 402 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving (about 2 cutlets and apples) | |
| Calories | 402kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 81mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 702mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 375IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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