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Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Line an extra-large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut the sweet potato into 3/4-inch pieces. Transfer to a gallon-sized zip-top bag.
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Cut the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices. Add to the zip-top bag.
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Pour the canola oil and maple syrup over the vegetables in the zip-top bag. Add cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Seal the bag and shake until the sweet potatoes and apples are evenly coated.
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Transfer the sweet potatoes and apples to the baking sheet and arrange in an even layer. Do not discard the zip-top bag.
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Roast the sweet potatoes and apples on middle rack of oven until they are just able to be pierced with a fork, but not soft, 12-15 minutes.
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Place the pork chops in the zip-top bag. Add the salt, black pepper, and brown sugar. Seal the bag and shake to coat the pork chops.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Use a rubber spatula to push the sweet potatoes and apples away from the center of the sheet, and place pork chops in the center.
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Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast on middle rack for 15 minutes.
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Carefully stir the sweet potatoes and apples with a rubber spatula. Continue roasting until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized, the apples are tender, and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F, 5-7 minutes.
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Check to see that dish is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Allow pork to rest on baking sheet for 3-4 minutes before serving. Garnish with thyme, if desired. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.