Best 9 Hard Apple Cider Marinated Pork Chops Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes tantalize the taste buds quite like succulent pork chops, slow-cooked in a marinade of hard apple cider. This magical elixir, a symphony of flavors, transforms ordinary pork chops into an extraordinary culinary masterpiece. With each bite, you'll embark on a culinary adventure, savoring the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, enhanced by a hint of apple aroma. This mouthwatering dish will surely become a staple in your culinary repertoire, tempting your palate and leaving you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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-BRINED PORK CHOPS WITH PERFECT PAN SAUCE



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This brine has a higher concentration of salt than most, allowing it to add flavor and moisture to your chops in as little as 30 minutes. If you have more time, brine them up to 4 hours for maximum flavor, but no longer or the pork will be too salty. Add the easy pan sauce to your repertoire and make it your own by using white wine or dark beer instead of cider and varying the herbs based on what you like and have on hand.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/3 cup kosher salt
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds
2 teaspoons mustard seeds
1 teaspoon allspice berries
2 bay leaves
4 fresh thyme sprigs
One 12-ounce bottle or can chilled hard cider (1 1/2 cups)
4 bone-in, center-cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, plus more sprigs for garnish
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, plus more sprigs for garnish
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup hard cider
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the brine: combine the salt, brown sugar, peppercorns, coriander, mustard seeds, allspice berries, bay leaves, thyme and 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and stir to dissolve the sugar and salt, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and pour in the cold cider. Let the brine cool to room temperature.
  • Put the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the brine. Press out excess air and seal tightly. Put the bag in a shallow container so it can lay flat and refrigerate for 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Drain the chops, rinse and pat dry. Discard the brine.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the chops (work in batches if necessary; do not crowd the pan) and cook, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through, 13 to 14 minutes. (If the chops are browning too quickly or the pan drippings start to burn, lower the heat.) Remove to a plate.
  • For the sauce: Discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from the pan. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and place over medium heat. Add the garlic, rosemary and thyme and cook until sizzling, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to make a paste. Whisk in the cider and bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer until very thick, about 1 minute. Add the stock, bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in the cream and simmer to bring the sauce together, about 1 minute. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, vinegar and parsley. Season to taste with salt. Add the chops to the pan and simmer, turning occasionally, until just heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve garnished with fresh thyme and rosemary sprigs.

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 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

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

SMOTHERED CIDER PORK CHOPS



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For a sweet twist on pork chops, our Test Kitchen added apple cider to this skillet entree. You'll love these chops and their glossy onion gravy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 bone-in pork loin chops (6 ounces each and 1/2 inch thick)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 teaspoons butter
1 small onion, thinly sliced and seperated into rings
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1-1/2 teaspoons cold water
1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chops in butter on both sides. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute onion for 5 minutes. Stir in cider and rosemary; top with pork chops. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Remove pork chops to a serving platter., Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in browning sauce if desired. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts :

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

EASY MARINATED PORK CHOPS RECIPE



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Looking for the juiciest pork chop marinade recipe? This is it! Simple ingredients come together to make flavorful pork chops that everyone will love.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon minced garlic
6 pork chops ((about ¾" thick))

Steps:

  • In a gallon-sized resealable bag, combine oil, soy sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, pepper, parsley and garlic.
  • Add pork to bag and let pork marinate for at least 6 hours (or overnight - the longer it marinates, the more tender and flavorful your pork chops will be).
  • Remove pork from bag and discard marinade.
  • Preheat grill to medium heat (or grill pan on a stove top) and grill pork chops for 5-7 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 621 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

APPLE CIDER PORK CHOPS RECIPE



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These pork chops are so delicious. The apple cider gravy takes these pork chops over the top.

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Main Course

Time 24m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Tablespoons olive oil
6 boneless pork chops
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon apple pie spice
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups apple cider
1 ⅓ Tablespoons corn starch
2 Tablespoons water
½ Tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops for about 3 minutes on each side until brown.
  • In a small bowl combine the garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, apple pie spice, pepper, thyme and salt. Then stir in apple cider. Pour over the pork chops in the pan. Cook over medium low heat for about 6 minutes. Turning pork chops halfway through cooking time.
  • Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place on a serving plate. Mix together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour into the skillet with the apple cider mixture. Stir until it begins to thicken (about 1-2 minutes).
  • Pour the gravy mixture over the pork chops and top with minced parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 193 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops. Bone-in pork chops are more flavorful than boneless pork chops, but they take longer to cook. If you're short on time, boneless pork chops are a good option.
  • Marinate the pork chops for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the pork chops and infuse them with flavor.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat. This will help to prevent the pork chops from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the safe internal temperature for pork chops.
  • Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. This will help to keep the juices in the pork chops.

Conclusion:

Hard apple cider marinated pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are tender and juicy, and the hard apple cider marinade gives them a sweet and tangy flavor. Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

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