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Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Total 35 min Servings 4

By Lukasz Jagiello

Published Oct 11, 2026 · Updated Oct 11, 2026

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Rest chops while you make the sauce; they'll reach 145°F and stay juicy.

Ingredients

Method

  1. 01

    Season chops at least 30 minutes ahead.

  2. 02

    Sear in oil over medium-high 4–5 minutes per side until 140°F; rest on a plate.

  3. 03

    Melt butter, cook onion and apples 7 minutes until golden; add thyme.

  4. 04

    Add cider and mustard, scrape up the fond and simmer 3 minutes.

  5. 05

    Return chops and juices, spoon sauce over and serve.

Notes & swaps

  • Rest chops while you make the sauce; they'll reach 145°F and stay juicy.

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