Braised Pork Chops with Delicata

Blending the sweetness of sweet onion and delicata with the savory flavors of prosciutto, Dijon, and sage this pork chop dish is sure to please.

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Servings

  • 4 bone-in pork chops

  • Salt & freshly ground pepper

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • 1 large onion, sliced ¼” thick

  • ½ cup very coarsely chopped fresh sage

  • 4 oz. thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into ¼” wide strips

  • 1 ½ cups chicken or vegetable stock

  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 2 small Delicatas, cut in half, seeded and sliced into ½” pieces

Instructions

1. Generously season both sides of the chops with salt & pepper.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Brown the pork chops on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
4. Transfer chops to a plate and set them aside.
5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add onion and sage.
6. Cook uncovered, stirring often, until the onion is softened and light brown in color, about 8 minutes.
7. Stir in the prosciutto and cook 1 minute.
8. Add squash, stock and mustard.
9. Return pork chops to pan, cover pan.
10. Simmer the chops until they reach 145-150°F, 10-12 minutes.
11. Transfer chops to a serving platter; increase heat to high and boil sauce until it is slightly thickened.
12. Season with additional salt & pepper, as needed.
13. Spoon sauce over the pork and serve.