Pan-Fried Pork Chops with Apple-Cider Pan Gravy

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

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Thick pork chops pan-fried to a golden crust and served with a savory apple-cider pan gravy that adds a touch of sweetness and depth. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces, about 1-inch thick bone-in pork chops
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 small, finely chopped shallots
3/4 cup apple cider
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 2 bone-in pork chops dry, season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then dredge lightly in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and an internal temperature of 145°F is reached. Remove chops and keep warm.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 2 finely chopped shallots to the pan. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 4: Pour in 3/4 cup apple cider and 1/2 cup chicken broth, scraping the pan to loosen browned bits. Add 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves and simmer for 4-5 minutes until gravy thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 5: Return pork chops to the pan for 1 minute to rewarm and coat with gravy before serving.