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Delicious Easy Pork Chops with a glossy Apple Cider Glaze for fall flavors.

Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chops

A cozy and quick dinner featuring juicy pork chops with a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze, perfect for fall evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Pork chops (bone in or boneless, about 1 inch thick) Bone-in preferred for juiciness.
  • 1 cup Apple cider Use plain apple cider, not sparkling.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth Can substitute with water.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Provides balance in the glaze.
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar or maple syrup Optional but enhances sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Butter For sautéing.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For searing the chops.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 clove Garlic (fresh or powder) For seasoning.
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon Optional for fall flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh thyme or rosemary Optional but adds depth of flavor.

Method
 

Cooking the Pork Chops
  1. Pat the pork chops dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and a little garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium high heat. Sear the chops for a few minutes per side until nicely browned, then move them to a plate.
Making the Glaze
  1. In the same pan, lower the heat and add apple cider and broth. Stir in Dijon mustard and scrape the browned bits from the bottom.
  2. Let it bubble gently until it reduces and looks slightly syrupy. Add a small amount of brown sugar or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter glaze. Add a pinch of cinnamon if desired.
Finalizing the Dish
  1. Put the chops back in the pan and spoon the glaze over them. Cook for a few more minutes until the pork is done and the glaze clings to the chops.

Notes

Mashed potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes, or buttered noodles pair well as side dishes. Taste the glaze before serving and adjust the sweetness as needed. Avoid super high heat when making the glaze.