Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chops Recipe
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet: None mentioned
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup high-quality apple cider (not apple juice)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel on both sides. This is crucial for getting a good sear. Season them generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops to the pan. Sear them for about 3 to 5 minutes per side until they are golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the apple cider, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Whisk in the Dijon mustard and honey. Let the mixture simmer and reduce by half, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes. The sauce will begin to thicken and become glossy.
- Stir in the butter and fresh thyme until melted. Return the pork chops and any juices from the plate back into the skillet. Spoon the glaze over the chops and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).