Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apple Cider Reduction and Sage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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Juicy pork chops pan-seared to perfection, served with a tangy apple cider reduction infused with fresh sage for a comforting holiday main dish. This American-inspired holiday 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 400 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 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 chops, about 1 inch thick bone-in pork chops
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 small, finely chopped shallots
1 1/2 cups apple cider
8 fresh sage leaves
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry 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 until shimmering. Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove chops and keep warm.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium and add 2 finely chopped shallots to the skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
Step 4: Pour in 1 1/2 cups apple cider and add 8 fresh sage leaves. Simmer the liquid for 8-10 minutes until reduced by half and slightly syrupy.
Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, swirling the pan until the sauce is glossy.
Step 6: Return the pork chops to the skillet for 1 minute to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately with the apple cider reduction spooned over the top.