Description
Herb-Infused Smothered Baked Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze are a delightful blend of savory and sweet that will elevate your dinner experience. Juicy pork chops are seared to golden perfection and drenched in a luscious apple cider glaze infused with fresh herbs. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring everyone will be coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup apple cider
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Pat dry the pork chops, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle fresh herbs on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix apple cider, garlic, brown sugar, and chicken broth. Pour over seared pork chops in the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the glaze.
- Serve with extra glaze drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg