Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat.

Brown pork chops in the melted butter for 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Ensure a good sear for flavor.

Remove the browned pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Add sliced apples and diced onion to the skillet. Saute for a few minutes until slightly softened.

Season the apple and onion mixture with salt, sugar, black pepper, and curry powder. Stir well to combine flavors.

Arrange the browned pork chops over the apple and onion layer in the skillet.

Cover the skillet and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the pork chops are tender and the apple layer is cooked through.

In a small bowl, combine the melted tablespoon of butter with dry breadcrumbs. Mix well to form a crumbly topping.

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the baked pork chops.

Remove the cover and bake uncovered for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are crisp and golden brown.