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Skillet Apple Cider Pork Chops

Golden seared pork chops simmered in a luscious spiced apple cider reduction with sliced tart apples.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Skillet Apple Cider Pork Chops

Thick pork chops get an irresistible golden crust before simmering in an aromatic, apple cider pan sauce. Tender sautéed apples and fresh rosemary balance the savory richness for a cozy autumn-inspired feast.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup fresh apple cider
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides thoroughly with kosher salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet along with the sliced apples and chopped shallot. Sauté for 4 minutes until apples begin to soften around the edges.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in apple cider, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and chopped rosemary. Bring to a rapid simmer, scraping up any browned fond from the pan floor.

  5. Step 5

    Nestle the pork chops and any rested juices back into the skillet. Simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and pork registers 145°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Tips

  • Use bone-in pork chops; the bone keeps the meat exceptionally moist during searing.
  • Pair with creamy mashed potatoes to capture all of the spiced cider pan sauce.

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