Apple Cider Pork Chops (One-Pan Fall Dinner)
Pork chops are a staple in my kitchen when the weather cools down, and of course, I love pairing them with seasonal apples. These one-pan apple cider pork chops with onions come together in just 30 minutes, making them a cozy weeknight dinner that’s perfect for fall and winter.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 371.02kcal
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless pork chops Boneless or bone-in, both work. Adjust cook time if using bone-in.
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 large sweet onion sliced
- 2 honeycrisp or gala apples sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ cup white wine or chicken broth White wine adds depth, but chicken broth is a great family-friendly option.
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary leaves Swap with thyme for a milder taste
Instructions
- Begin by seasoning the pork with salt and black pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.3-4 boneless pork chops, Salt & black pepper
- Hold each pork chop fat side down with tongs in the oil for about 30 seconds to render the fat. Turn the heat down to medium. Lay the chops flat and cook for 3 minutes, flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.1 tbsp olive oil
- Add butter to the skillet, then the sliced onion and apples. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and black pepper.2 tbsp butter, 1 large sweet onion, 2 honeycrisp or gala apples, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper
- Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.2 garlic cloves
- Stir in the mustard, honey, apple cider, white wine/chicken broth, and rosemary. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes until reduced. Add the pork chops back to the pan, turn the heat to low, and simmer for 2-3 minutes. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1 cup apple cider, ½ cup white wine or chicken broth, 2 sprigs fresh rosemary leaves
- Serve the pork chops topped with the sauce and your favorite sides.
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Notes
- Pork chops: Boneless or bone-in, both work. Add about 2–3 extra minutes per side if using bone-in.
- Apples: Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, or Pink Lady all hold their shape and add sweetness (avoid soft, mealy apples).
- Apple cider: Be sure to use fresh-pressed cider, not apple cider vinegar.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 371.02kcal | Carbohydrates: 28.06g | Protein: 22.81g | Fat: 16.71g | Saturated Fat: 6.63g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.61g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7.24g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 82.38mg | Sodium: 473.02mg | Potassium: 621.71mg | Fiber: 3.27g | Sugar: 21.03g | Vitamin A: 250.68IU | Vitamin C: 7.38mg | Calcium: 38.58mg | Iron: 1.07mg
