Amazing Apple Cider Pork Chops: 40 Minute Meal
This recipe for Apple Cider Pork Chops offers a delightful sweet and savory flavor, perfect for autumn and holiday meals. It’s inspired by a journey of culinary discovery, bringing together comforting American tastes with global influences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared and Braised
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add the sliced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the apple cider and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in the Dijon mustard and thyme.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove pork chops from skillet and let rest for a few minutes.
- Serve pork chops with the apple cider sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream in the last few minutes of cooking.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with sauce
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