Sweet and Tangy Apple Pork Chops

This is a recipe I created using the idea that pork and apples go splendidly together! The seasonings give the pork a sweet and slightly spicy taste. The apple cider adds to the sweetness, while bringing a unique tartness as it is absorbed into the meat. Serve with applesauce, if desired. Hope you enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 265 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)
• ¾ cup apple cider
• 2 tablespoons honey mustard
• 1 pound pork chops

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix brown sugar, honey mustard, mustard powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder together in a small bowl; rub onto pork chops and let sit on a plate for flavors to dissolve into pork chops, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add apple cider. Arrange coated pork chops in the skillet; cook until pork chops are browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).