Grilled Midwest-Style Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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Juicy pork chops grilled to perfection and brushed with a tangy apple cider glaze inspired by Midwestern flavors. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, apple cider, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1/2 cup apple cider
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup apple cider, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes until reduced by half and thickened to a glaze consistency.
Step 2: Meanwhile, brush 4 bone-in pork chops with 1 tbsp olive oil and season each side with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and sprinkle 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves evenly.
Step 3: Grill the pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing them with the apple cider glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking. The chops should reach an internal temperature of 145°F and have nice grill marks.
Step 4: Remove chops from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve drizzled with any remaining glaze for a sweet and savory finish.