Description
Cider pork chops are a deliciously comforting dish, perfect for chilly evenings. Marinated in a sweet apple cider blend, these juicy bone-in chops are seared to perfection and simmered with aromatic onions and garlic. The result is a mouthwatering meal that combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes, making every bite a celebration of autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools like a frying pan and measuring cups.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each pork chop for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic around the chops in the skillet; cook until onions are translucent.
- Pour in apple cider, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and honey; stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the pork is tender.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the chops once cooked through and simmer the sauce uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg