Pork Chops and Sauerkraut

A dash of apple juice adds a little sweetness, while a bit of apple cider adds a pleasing tartness to this simple and hearty one-pan meal of sauteed pork chops, simmered with sauerkraut and onions. Sweet or tart is up to you, but caraway seeds are a must!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 245 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons apple juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon caraway seed
• 4 (3/4 inch) thick pork chops
• 16 ounces sauerkraut

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown chops on all sides and remove from pan.

Step 2

Add the garlic, onion, sauerkraut, caraway seed, apple juice, and salt and pepper to taste to the hot skillet. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Lay browned pork chops on top of sauerkraut mixture, cover, reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.