Dijon Pork Chops with Apples and Brussels Sprouts

by | Jun 4, 2019

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork chops (you can use chicken breasts if you do not like pork)
  • 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, cut into 4’s
  • 1 cup apples, cut into small pieces
  • 3 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp. fresh chives, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp. raw honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 F.
  2. In a bowl, combine the mustard, vinegar, honey, garlic, chives, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Divide the mixture in half; use half of the mixture to cover the pork chops on both sides.
  4. Next, add the brussels sprouts and apples to a large bowl.
  5. Drizzle avocado oil and remaining mixture over them, stir until well coated, and place in a baking dish.
  6. Melt coconut oil in a skillet over high heat.
  7. Brown the pork chops for 1 to 2 minutes per side, then place on top of the Brussels sprouts and apples.
  8. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on how thick the chops are.