Butternut Squash and Apples with Pan Seared Pork Chop
Butternut Squash and Apples with Pan Seared Pork Chop

Sweet butternut squash and tart Granny Smith apples combine with Girard’s Apple Poppyseed Vinaigrette for a unique sauce to top pan seared pork chops.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
Serves 4
Marzetti Ingredients
Girard's1/2 cup Girard's® Apple Poppyseed Dressing
Other Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops, about ½” to ¾” thick
3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1 1/2 cups peeled and diced butternut squash (about 3/4 “ dice)
1 tsp chopped fresh sage
1  large Granny Smith apple, sliced or chopped
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:

Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet on medium high heat, add chops and brown on each side for 5 to 7 minutes each or until chops are thoroughly cooked. Remove chops from pan and keep warm. To same pan add remaining 1 tablespoon oil,  shallots,  butternut squash, sage, salt and pepper and sauté  2 to 3 minutes. Add ¼ cup water and continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes.  Add apples and sauté 2 minutes. Return chops to pan. Add Girard’s Apple Poppyseed Vinaigrette and continue to cook until squash pieces are tender. Serve.

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