Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Reduction

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

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Tender pork chops with a sweet-tart glaze made from reduced apple cider. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs pork loin chops, apple cider, butter 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 (1-inch thick) pork loin chops
1/2 cup apple cider
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 teaspoon, fresh thyme
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 4 pork loin chops with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper on both sides. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chops and sear for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Step 2: Remove chops and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1/2 cup apple cider and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 5 minutes until liquid reduces by half.
Step 3: Whisk 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour into the pan sauce until thickened, about 2 minutes. Return pork chops to the pan, coating in sauce. Cook for 2 more minutes until heated through. Serve immediately.