Best 20 Cider Pork Chops Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Cider Pork Chops, where succulent pork chops are enveloped in a luscious apple cider sauce, harmonizing sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The pork chops, seared to perfection, maintain their tender and juicy texture, while the apple cider sauce elevates the dish with its vibrant acidity and hints of warm spices. Alongside this delectable main course, discover a medley of complementary recipes that transform ordinary ingredients into extraordinary sides. Delight in the classic combination of creamy mashed potatoes, their fluffy texture providing a comforting contrast to the savory pork chops. Indulge in a medley of roasted vegetables, each morsel infused with a medley of herbs and spices, adding a burst of color and vibrance to your plate. Treat your taste buds to a crisp and refreshing apple slaw, its tangy dressing cutting through the richness of the pork chops. And for a sweet ending, immerse yourself in the velvety goodness of homemade apple pie, its flaky crust encasing a symphony of tender apples and warm spices.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE CIDER GLAZE



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Pork chops with a glossy apple cider glaze is really easy, and while there's no starch or extra butter involved, it reduces quickly to a thick, rich, sweet-tart apple syrup.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Pan Fried

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 (6 ounce) boneless center-cut pork chops
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 cups apple cider
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced rosemary
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat oil and butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pork chops in the hot oil mixture until browned on both sides and pork is slightly pink in the center, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove pan from the heat; transfer pork chops to a plate.
  • Stir garlic into the pan and place over medium-high heat; cook and stir for 30 seconds. Pour in vinegar and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add apple cider and Dijon mustard, bring mixture to a boil, and cook until sauce is reduced and thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in rosemary and red pepper flakes; season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Return pork chops to the pan to warm slightly, 1 to 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 101.5 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

APPLE CIDER PORK CHOPS



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These apple cider pork chops are a must for fall family dinners. I serve them with buttered egg noodles to soak up more of that delicious sauce. The recipe is easy to double when company pops in. -Debiana Casterline, Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 boneless pork loin chops (6 to 8 ounces each), about 3/4 inch thick
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine next seven ingredients; stir in apple cider. Pour over pork chops. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, until a thermometer inserted into chops reads 145°, 4-5 minutes. Remove chops from skillet; let stand for 5 minutes., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cider mixture in skillet. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Pour over chops; sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SMOKED PORK CHOPS WITH ONION-AND-CIDER GLAZE



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Categories     Fruit     Onion     Pork     Apple     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (1-inch-thick) bone-in smoked pork chops
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large onion, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups unfiltered apple cider
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Pat chops dry. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown chops in 2 batches on one side only, 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Transfer chops, browned sides up, to a large shallow baking pan, reserving skillet. Bake chops until heated through, about 20 minutes.
  • While chops bake, melt butter in skillet over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook onion with sugar and salt, scraping up brown bits and stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until onion is softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add cider and vinegar and boil mixture, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender and liquid is reduced to a glaze, about 10 minutes more. Serve chops with glaze.

PORK CHOPS WITH HARD CIDER



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Don't let these odd ingredients scare you off. This is fabulous! Certainly a favorite in my family.

Provided by marg

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
4 (1-inch thick) pork chops
2 cloves garlic, halved, or more to taste
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 apples - peeled, cored and sliced
2 ½ cups chicken broth
½ cup hard cider
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 bay leaf
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Rub each pork chop on both sides with halved garlic. Add 2 pork chops to the skillet; cook until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a 4-quart casserole dish. Repeat with remaining 2 pork chops.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add to pork chops in the casserole dish. Spread rice and apples on top.
  • Combine chicken broth, hard cider, cloves, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper in a 1-quart saucepan; bring to a boil. Pour broth mixture over apples in the casserole dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the pork chops reads 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.1 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 97.2 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

APPLE CIDER-BAKED PORK CHOPS



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The marinade for the chops also works perfectly on a pork roast or loin. This is a make the night before and cook in a hurry recipe. Great for busy nights as long as you plan ahead.

Provided by Michele in NJ

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup apple cider
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
4 (8 ounce) pork chops

Steps:

  • In a large ziplock bag mix all the ingredients together, besides the chops. Mis well.
  • Add the pork chops and make sure the bag is sealed.
  • Refrigerate the chops overnight, turning the bag over a few times.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Drain off all but 1/4 cup of the marinade. Bake the chops, uncovered for about 25 minutes.
  • Turn the chops once during cooking and baste with remaining marinade often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.8, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 153.1, Sodium 472.6, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 46.7

SAGE PORK CHOPS WITH CIDER PAN GRAVY



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A creamy sauce flavored with apple cider and sage makes for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner. If you like, serve these lightly seasoned chops with couscous, rice or noodles.-Erica Wilson, Beverly, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons dried sage leaves
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chops with salt and pepper; rub with sage. Dip in flour to coat lightly., In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat; brown chops on both sides. Remove from pan., Add broth and cider to skillet; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add cream; cook and stir until thickened. Reduce heat to medium. Add chops; cook, covered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 5-7 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 32g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

PANFRIED PORK CHOPS WITH CIDER SAUCE



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Try this easy recipe for pan-fried pork chops served with a brandy and apple cider sauce - a terrific dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless pork loin chops, 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick (4 oz each), trimmed of fat
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup apple cider
1/4 cup brandy or apple cider
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of pork chops with seasoned salt, thyme, garlic powder and pepper. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pork chops; cook uncovered about 5 minutes until bottom sides of pork chops are browned.
  • Turn pork chops; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until pork chops are no longer pink in center. Remove from skillet to serving platter; cover with foil to keep warm while preparing sauce.
  • Add cider and brandy to skillet. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly to loosen browned bits from bottom of skillet; reduce heat to low. Add butter, simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, 1 to 3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve sauce over chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

ONE-PAN CIDER-BRAISED PORK CHOPS RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pan Cider-Braised Pork Chops Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: water, dried bay leaves, garlic, black peppercorn, sea salt, ice, bone-in pork chops, sea salt, pepper, high-heat cooking oil, shallots, turnip, dijon mustard, fresh sage, apple cider, reduced sodium chicken stock, collard green

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups water
2 dried bay leaves
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon black peppercorn
⅓ cup sea salt
4 cups ice
2 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch (2 -cm) thick
sea salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon high-heat cooking oil, of choice, such as vegetable or peanut
2 shallots, diced
3 cups turnip, diced
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
2 cups apple cider
1 cup reduced sodium chicken stock
1 bunch collard green, stemmed and toughly chopped

Steps:

  • Make the brine: Combine the water, bay leaves, garlic, peppercorns, and salt in a medium pot over medium heat and stir until the salt is dissolved.
  • Remove the brine from heat and stir in the ice cubes.
  • Once the brine is cooled, add the pork chops to a glass dish and pour the brine over. Chill in the refrigerator for 1-10 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Remove the pork chops from the brine and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat the oil in a large cast iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until nearly smoking. Add the pork chops and sear without disturbing until caramelized and browned on the first side, about 2 minutes, then flip and sear on the other side. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the shallots to the pan and cook until they begin to soften and caramelize, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the turnips and season with salt, then spread in an even layer and let caramelize, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the mustard and sage. Cook for 1 minute more.
  • Pour in the apple cider and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low-medium and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the collard greens and stir to incorporate. Nestle the pork chops into the sauce, making sure that they are partly submerged.
  • Transfer the pan to the oven and cook for about 12 minutes, until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 135˚F (57˚C).
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes as the internal temperature continues to climb to 145˚F (63˚C).
  • Divide the pork chops, vegetables, and sauce between plates and serve.
  • Nutrition, Pork Chops without braising liquid: Calories: 470, Total fat: 27 grams, Sodium: 790 grams, Total carbs: 48 grams, Dietary fiber: 7 grams, Sugars: 6 grams, Protein: 48 grams Braising Liquid, ¼ cup (60 ml) serving - Calories: 20, Total fat: 0, Sodium: 48 grams, Total carbs: 5 grams, Dietary fiber: 0 grams, Sugars: 4 grams, Protein: 0 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1139 calories, Carbohydrate 91 grams, Fat 68 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 41 grams

CIDER BRINED GRILLED STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 bone-in, or boneless pork chops, about 2 pounds total
4 cups apple cider
2 cups oatmeal stout or other dark beer
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup raw sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
2 cups apple cider
1 1/2 apples (Pink Lady, Honey Crisps, or Cameo) cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick, grilled, about 1 minute each side, and diced
1 tablespoon mesquite honey
1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Red Chili Caramelized Pecans, recipe follows
1/2 pound white cane sugar
1/4 cup water
1 pound whole pecans
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon red chili powder

Steps:

  • For the brine:
  • Combine all ingredients in a large container with a tight fitting lid.
  • Take the pork chops and insert a fillet knife into the side of each pork chop. Create a 2-inch slice along the side moving your knife along the inside of the chop creating a pocket. Be careful not to pierce the outer sides of the chop. Place the pork chops in the brine for anywhere from 1 hour or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
  • For the reduction:
  • Add the cider to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook the cider, skimming off any scum that comes to the surface, until is becomes syrupy and is reduced to about 1/4 cup.
  • For the stuffing:
  • Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Preheat grill to high.
  • Remove the pork chops from the brine, rinse and pat dry with paper towels. Stuff the cavity with the apples and grill for about 10 minutes on each side. Remove from grill to a serving platter and let rest for about 10 minutes. Brush with the cider reduction, sprinkle with the chopped caramelized pecans and enjoy!
  • In a heavy-bottomed pot, cook the sugar and water until the temperature reaches 275 degrees F on a candy thermometer. Add the pecans and stir to coat with the sugar. Once the sugar begins to caramelize add the vanilla extract and stir gently but constantly until fully caramelized. Pour onto a silpat lined baking sheet to let cool, then sprinkle with the red chili powder.

CIDER PORK CHOPS



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Cider Pork Chops, topped with a sensational sweet and savory combination of ingredients, make a delightful main course. -Betty Jean Nichols, Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup sliced celery
4 green onions, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup apple cider or juice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add pork chops and toss to coat. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute the celery, onions, garlic and thyme for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Return pork to the pan. Add cider. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-8 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLE CIDER AND SPICE PORK CHOPS



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This recipe was an accident. I was experimenting with flavors and wasn't expecting much out of it, but the apple cider addition yielded some of the best pork I've ever tasted (and the boyfriend agreed).

Provided by jadedhavok

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried sage, divided
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (6 ounce) pork chops
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup apple cider
2 teaspoons honey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon sage, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dredge pork chops in seasoning mixture until coated thoroughly.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat until butter is frothy, 1 to 2 minutes. Brown pork chops in the hot skillet on each side, 7 to 10 minutes total. Add apple cider, remaining sage, and drizzle in honey. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until pork chops are no longer pink in the centers, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Remove the skillet from the oven and plate pork chops with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 103.3 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 175.4 mg, Sugar 47.3 g

PORK CHOPS WITH ONIONY MASHED POTATOES AND CIDER GRAVY



Pork Chops with Oniony Mashed Potatoes and Cider Gravy image

I usually just use my pressure cooker for making beans but have been experimenting with bone-in meats and enjoying the results! Caramelized onions really boost the flavor in the mashed potatoes, and you can't go wrong with a gravy that has apple cider and Dijon mustard!

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 56m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (1-inch thick) bone-in center-cut pork chops
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 onions, sliced
2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup hard apple cider
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons maple syrup
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ cup hot milk

Steps:

  • Combine pork chops, salt, thyme, rosemary, and pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Seal and shake until pork chops are coated with seasoning.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Fagor®) and select Brown function. Pour in oil. Add pork, with seasoning, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the pot. Cook onions until soft and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add potatoes and garlic. Balance pork chops over potatoes.
  • Whisk apple cider, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and nutmeg in a bowl. Pour over pork chops. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Let pressure release naturally for 5 minutes. Nudge valve slightly open to release remaining pressure more rapidly. Transfer pork chops to a plate.
  • Transfer potatoes and onions to a bowl using a slotted spoon, leaving gravy in the pot. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and milk to the potatoes; mash until smooth.
  • Divide mashed potatoes between serving plates. Top with 1 pork chop. Spoon gravy on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 114.2 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 38.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1447.9 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

CIDER-CURED PORK CHOPS



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This is a home cook's take on a restaurant special, with shortcuts baked into the recipe. I learned the original at the elbow of Marc Murphy, the chef and an owner of Landmarc in Manhattan, and then adapted it for use in the home kitchen. (He grills. I pan-roast.) Brining gives the pork an incredible flavor, one amplified by the accompanying caramelized onions and apples. A drizzle of mock Bordelaise over the top elevates the whole enterprise: it's a meal for date nights and celebrations.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, main course

Time P3DT45m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning chops
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning chops
4 cups apple cider, plus more as needed
6 1 1/2-inch-thick center-cut or loin-cut pork chops, bone in
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • To make the brine, dissolve the salt in 1/2 gallon of warm water in a large bowl. Add the pepper, pour in the apple cider and mix. Drop the pork chops into the brine and add enough additional apple cider so that the chops lurk in the liquid like frogs in a pond. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 72.
  • To prepare the chops, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Remove chops from brine and dry with paper towels. Rub them with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season well with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in two oven-safe skillets and brown the chops, three to a pan, for 4 minutes a side. Place skillets in oven for 6 to 8 minutes and then remove chops to a warm platter. Cover loosely with foil and allow them to rest for about 10 minutes.
  • Serve with caramelized onions and apples, and drizzle with mock Bordelaise sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 539, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 884 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS WITH CIDER AND APPLES



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Braise thin pork chops in an apple-based gravy to keep them juicy and flavorful. I had trouble indicating the amount of apple, it's one large granny smith or 2 small.

Provided by SweetSueAl

Categories     Pork

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 ounces bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 3 slices)
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups apple cider
vegetable oil
4 pork chops (bone-in, rib-end 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick)
ground black pepper
1 medium yellow onion, halved pole-to-pole and sliced thin (about 1 3/4 cups)
1 large granny smith apples or 2 small granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 3/8-inch wedges, large apple
table salt
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon thyme leaves, minced (fresh if possible)
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, minced (fresh if possible)

Steps:

  • Fry bacon in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate, leaving fat in saucepan (you should have 2 tablespoons bacon fat; if not, supplement with vegetable oil).
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and gradually whisk flour into fat until smooth. Cook, whisking frequently, until mixture is light brown, about the color of peanut butter, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in apple cider in slow, steady stream; increase heat to medium-high and bring to boil, stirring occasionally; cover and set aside off heat.
  • Heat 1-tablespoon oil in 12-inch skillet over high heat until smoking, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, dry pork chops with paper towels and sprinkle with 1/2-teaspoon pepper.
  • Brown chops in single layer until deep golden on first side, about 3 minutes. Flip chops and cook until browned on second side, about 3 minutes longer. Transfer chops to large plate and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon oil, onions, apples, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and water to now-empty skillet.
  • Using wooden spoon, scrape browned bits on pan bottom and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are softened and browned around the edges, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds longer.
  • Return chops to skillet in single layer, covering chops with onions. Pour in warm sauce and any juices collected from pork; add bay leaves.
  • Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until pork is tender and paring knife inserted into chops meets very little resistance, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer chops to warmed serving platter and tent with foil.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and simmer sauce rapidly, stirring frequently, until thickened to gravy-like consistency, about 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves, stir in parsley, and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
  • Cover chops with sauce, sprinkle with reserved bacon, and serve immediately.

ROASTED PORK CHOPS WITH HARD CIDER JUS



Roasted Pork Chops with Hard Cider Jus image

Categories     Alcoholic     Pork     Roast     Dinner     Pork Chop     Winter     Shallot     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 (1-inch-thick) rib pork chops (4 lb total)
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lb large shallots (8), bulbs separated if necessary and each bulb halved lengthwise
1 cup hard cider
Special Equipment
an instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Pat pork chops dry and sprinkle both sides with sea salt and pepper. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then brown chops in 3 batches, turning once, 6 minutes per batch, and transfer with tongs to a large shallow baking pan (1 inch deep).
  • Add shallots and remaining tablespoon butter to skillet and cook over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add cider and boil, stirring and scraping up brown bits, until reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 3 minutes.
  • Spoon shallots and sauce around chops and roast in lower third of oven until thermometer inserted horizontally into center of 1 chop (do not touch bone) registers 150°F, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Let chops stand, loosely covered with foil, 5 minutes (temperature will rise to 155°F while standing). Serve chops with shallots and sauce.

PORK CHOPS WITH PECAN CORN BREAD DRESSING AND CIDER GRAVY



Pork Chops with Pecan Corn Bread Dressing and Cider Gravy image

Categories     Nut     Pork     Sauté     Pork Chop     Pecan     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 1/2 cups coarsely crumbled (1/2-inch pieces) corn bread
1 celery rib, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 lb fresh shiitakes, stems discarded and caps coarsely chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup pecans (4 oz), coarsely chopped and toasted
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
6 (1-inch-thick) rib pork chops
2/3 cup unfiltered apple cider
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Lightly toast corn bread in a shallow baking pan in middle of oven until dry and pale golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Increase oven temperature to 375°F.
  • Sauté celery, onion, and bell pepper in butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in shiitakes and sauté, stirring, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup broth and deglaze skillet by boiling, stirring and scraping up brown bits. Add corn bread, pecans, sage, parsley, salt, and pepper and toss well, then transfer to a buttered 3-quart gratin dish or large baking pan.
  • Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in cleaned skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. While oil is heating, pat dry 3 pork chops and season with salt and pepper. Brown chops, turning once, about 6 minutes total, then arrange on corn bread. Brown remaining 3 chops in same manner, adding more oil if necessary. Reserve skillet.
  • Roast chops on corn bread in middle of oven until pork is just cooked through, 18 to 22 minutes. After pork has roasted 10 minutes, pour off fat from skillet and heat skillet over moderately high heat until hot. Add cider and deglaze skillet by boiling, stirring and scraping up brown bits, then add remaining cup broth. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to hot cider mixture. Bring sauce to a boil, whisking constantly, then boil, whisking, 1 minute and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve chops and dressing with sauce on the side.

HARD APPLE CIDER MARINATED PORK CHOPS



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This is an easy and tasty recipe for pork chops, particularly when you're bored with basic breaded and pan fried pork chops. Note that the nutrition information may be a bit off with this recipe, as the majority of the cider, salt, and oil is discarded. I find this recipe is best served with a side salad topped with my homemade raspberry vinaigrette dressing (the recipe for which can be found on my profile page).

Provided by Obsidian468

Categories     Pork

Time 1h22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb pork chop, boneless (four thick chops)
2 teaspoons salt (plus some extra to taste)
12 ounces hard alcoholic cider (1 bottle)
1/2 vidalia onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 1/2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Combine 1/2 bottle of the hard cider, salt, and Siracha sauce in a gallon sized sealable bag or marinating container. Mix well, and add pork chops.
  • Marinate pork chops in cider mixture for one hour, turning halfway through (for extra flavor, prick holes in the pork chops with a fork). Marinate the pork chops in the refrigerator to ensure freshness.
  • While the pork chops are marinating, slice the onion. Onion slices should be no thicker than 1/8 inch. Separate the onion slices so all layers are loose.
  • Once pork chops are finished marinating, combine the remainder of the cider, Old Bay, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and black pepper in a large nonstick saucepan, and heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to boil/sizzle.
  • Add garlic and onions, and saute until the onions start to soften.
  • Add the pork chops, and saute until the chops are cooked through (about 10 minutes), turning once. After you turn the pork chops, sprinkle with the paprika to give the chops some color. Note: while sauteing the pork chops, make sure that you don't have any of the onions under them. Allowing the pork chops to rest on the bottom of the pan and cook in the cider mixture allows them to cook faster and to soak up more of the flavors of the saute.
  • Once pork chops are completely cooked, remove from pan and place on dinner plates, sprinkling them with a pinch of salt (to taste). Garnish with the sauteed onions on top of the pork chops and serve.

CIDER-GLAZED PORK CHOPS WITH CARROTS



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Treat the family to a new pork chop dinner that will please them so much, they'll think you took culinary classes. They'll never guess this simple main dish cost about $2 a serving! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
3/4 cup apple cider or juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
8 small carrots, halved lengthwise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown pork chops on both sides 3 teaspoons oil. , In a small bowl, combine the cider, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, mustard and ginger; pour over chops. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, place carrots in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with remaining oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until tender, turning once. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

PORK CHOPS WITH HARD CIDER PAN SAUCE



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Some friends left some "Woodchuck Hard Cider" in our cooler after a BBQ here. Since I don't really prefer cider as a beverage of choice, I thought it perfect that I could use it as an ingredient in a pork chop recipe I found in my Williams-Sonoma "Steak and Chop" book. Although I dont like to drink hard cider, I certainly enjoyed it in this pan sauce. I just used regular pork chops without the bone and thought they turned out fine. I'd defintely have this again, so I'm going to have to invite those friends over soon.....

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 bone-in pork rib chops, about 1 inch thick, trimmed of excess fat or 8 pork loin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup hard alcoholic cider or 1 cup apple juice
1/4 cup Dijon mustard or 1/4 cup creole mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 -2 dash Tabasco sauce or 1 -2 dash other hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • To make the spice rub, in a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
  • Slash the edges of the chops in 2 or 3 places to prevent curling.
  • Sprinkle rub all over the chops and let stand at room temperature for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
  • Coat the bottom of a large, heavy frying pan with the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chops, in batches if necessary to avoid crowding, and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes on each side.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 5-7 minutes longer, turning once or twice. Test the meat for doneness by inserting an instant-read thermometer away from the bone or by cutting into the meat close to the bone.
  • Remove from heat just before the meat is done, when the internal temperature is 145 degrees F (63 C). Pork loin is done when the internal temperature is 150F/65C, but it will continue to cook while resting).
  • Transfer to a platter and let rest, tented loosely with aluminum foil, while you prepare the pan sauce.
  • To make the pan sauce, add the cider to the same pan and deglaze by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and whisk in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and Tabasco.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes longer, whisking often.
  • Remove from the heat and whisk in the cream. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Transfer the chops to individual plates. Spoon some of the sauce over the chops and serve. Pass additional sauce at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Fat 37.1, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 138, Sodium 1211.4, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 42.2

PORK CHOPS WITH PEARS AND CIDER



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Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 to 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 medium onion, root intact, cut in eighths
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic
5 large rosemary sprigs
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 bone-in pork chops, 3/4- to 1-inch thick, or 6 to 8 ounces each
2 large USA Pears, cored and cut in eighths
3/4 cup pear or apple cider
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes and onions with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 3 whole garlic cloves, and the leaves from a sprig of rosemary. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake 20 to 30 minutes, or until potatoes are light brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
  • While the potatoes and onions are in the oven, thinly slice the remaining 3 cloves of garlic. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, sliced garlic, and 4 rosemary sprigs over medium heat in a large cast iron skillet or other heavy-bottomed frying pan. Saute until the garlic is lightly golden and the olive oil is infused with flavors of garlic and rosemary. Remove the garlic slices and set aside. Discard the rosemary.
  • Season the pork chops with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Return the skillet to the stove and heat the infused oil in pan over high heat. Arrange the chops in the pan and sear until nicely browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn the chops and brown on the second side, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Add the pears to the pan, lower the heat, and continue cooking until pears become tender and lightly brown and the chops cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove the chops and pears from the pan and pour all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the pan.
  • Pour the cider in the pan and reduce by half over medium high heat, continuously scraping the bottom of the pan to remove any browned bits. Add the stock and reduce by half again. Add the butter, stirring until melted, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Return the pears to the pan.
  • To serve, place a chop on each of four plates, next to some roasted potatoes and onions. Spoon the pan sauce and several wedges of pear over each chop. Garnish with fresh rosemary leaves if desired.

Tips:

  • To achieve a flavorful and juicy pork chop, choose bone-in chops at least 1-inch thick.
  • Pat the pork chops dry before searing to prevent splattering and ensure a crispy crust.
  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to achieve a perfect sear.
  • Sear the pork chops over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the pork chops for an additional 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • To make the cider sauce, use a sweet and flavorful apple cider.
  • Add some Dijon mustard to the sauce for a hint of tanginess.
  • Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Cider Pork Chops is a delicious and easy-to-follow dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With tender and flavorful pork chops smothered in a sweet and tangy cider sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. The addition of Dijon mustard gives the sauce a nice depth of flavor, and the optional garnish of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Serve with your favorite sides, and enjoy!

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