Apple Cider Pork Chops
A comforting meal that combines sweet apple cider with savory pork chops, creating a delightful balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 center-cut pork chops
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 sweet onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 3 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare your pork chops: Pat them dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chops: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet and brown the pork chops for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Get ready for the onions: Remove the chops, add more butter if needed, and cook the sliced onions until softened and caramelized.
- Add the apple cider and thyme, return the pork chops to the skillet, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Finish with a touch of butter to enrich the sauce and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or a fresh salad. Pair with white wine or cider.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pork chops, apple cider, comfort food, easy recipe, savory