Pan-Fried Pork Chops with Apple Cider Reduction and Sage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Tender pork chops pan-fried and finished with a savory-sweet apple cider reduction accented by fresh sage leaves. 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 (8 oz each), about 1 inch thick bone-in pork chops
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3/4 cup apple cider
6 fresh sage leaves
2 minced garlic cloves

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 bone-in pork chops (8 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 145°F). Remove chops from skillet and set aside to rest.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbsp unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 6 fresh sage leaves, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour in 3/4 cup apple cider, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Simmer the sauce for 4-5 minutes until reduced by half and slightly thickened.
Step 5: Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the apple cider reduction over them to coat. Cook for an additional minute to warm through and serve immediately.