SKILLET PORK CHOPS IN BACON-CIDER SAUCE

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Bone-in pork chops are cooked in a skillet with a flavorful bacon, shallot and cider pan sauce that everyone will love. Serve with Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes for a complete - and completely delicious - meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch slices (4 oz)
3 tablespoons butter
4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick (about 2 lb), trimmed of fat
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sliced shallots
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes, if desired, prepared as directed on package

Steps:

  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp. Transfer to plate lined with paper towels. Drain drippings from skillet, and discard.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the butter to skillet; sprinkle both sides of pork chops with salt and pepper. Add pork chops to skillet; cook uncovered over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until browned (at least 145°F). Remove from skillet; cover and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the shallots to skillet. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned. Add apple cider, chicken broth and bacon to skillet; simmer uncovered 5 to 7 minutes or until liquid is reduced. Add pork back to skillet; heat 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Jordan Stewart
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success.


Vikram Kumar Malhi
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This recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a delicious meal.


Muhamad Siso
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I'm always looking for new pork chop recipes, and this one did not disappoint. The pork chops were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the bacon cider sauce was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Mariska Williams
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Rana Nadeem
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the bacon cider sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Donna Chabot
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This recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a delicious meal. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and creamy. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.


Gamer Boy Sakib
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I'm always looking for new pork chop recipes, and this one did not disappoint. The pork chops were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the bacon cider sauce was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


tom madams
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Eric Jan Crujedo
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the bacon cider sauce was a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


Mwamba Emmanuel
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This recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a delicious meal. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.


Mario Andazola -Los Ausentes
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I'm not a huge fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork chops were incredibly moist and flavorful, and the bacon cider sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Babatunde funke
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OMG! This dish was superb! The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the bacon cider sauce was rich, tangy, and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.