Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze and Sautéed Green Beans

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Juicy pork chops pan-seared to golden perfection finished with a tangy apple cider glaze, paired with garlicky sautéed green beans. This american-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season both sides with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 145°F). Remove chops from skillet and tent with foil.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 1/2 cup apple cider, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves to the skillet. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Step 4: While sauce simmers, heat a separate pan over medium heat with 1 tbsp olive oil. Add 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans and sauté for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp. Add 1 tsp lemon zest and season with salt to taste.
  5. Step 5: Serve pork chops drizzled with apple cider glaze alongside sautéed green beans.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze and Sautéed Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze and Sautéed Green Beans?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze and Sautéed Green Beans?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze and Sautéed Green Beans for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze and Sautéed Green Beans?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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