Step 1

Season the chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Sauté the pork chops in hot oil for 5 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer the chops to a warm plate.

Step 2

Swirl the butter into the pan, and add the onion and apples. Sauté until the onion slices are lightly caramelized and the apples have begun to soften, about 8 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the wine or other liquid. Return chops to the pan.

Step 4

Cook until the pork is tender, about 15 more minutes (depending on the size of the chops), turning halfway through and covering the chops with the apple mixture.

Step 5

Serve the chops over rice or mashed potatoes with a large spoonful of the apple-onion mixture over the top.

Step 6

Easy suggestion: replace the onion with leeks or add a sliced potato. You can deglaze the pan with beer, cider, chicken broth, or even water.