Ultimate Apple Cider Pork Chops
Savory and comforting Apple Cider Pork Chops infused with the sweetness and tang of apple cider, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- Pork Chops (bone-in or boneless)
- Apple Cider (fresh, unfiltered)
- Onions (sweet or yellow)
- Thyme (fresh)
- Butter (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork Chops by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chops in a skillet with butter for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the apple cider and let it boil down for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the pork chops with the sauce, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Finish the sauce with melted butter before serving.
Notes
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the sauce. Leftovers are even better!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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