Western Slope Apple Cider Pork Chops

Method

1. Sear the chops

   Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chops 3–4 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove and set aside.

2. Soften the onion

   Add the butter to the same skillet and cook the onion for 4–5 minutes until softened.

3. Add apples and cider

   Add the apple wedges and cook 2 minutes, then pour in the cider and thyme, scraping up the browned bits from the pan.

4. Reduce and finish

   Simmer for 6–8 minutes until the cider reduces by half and the apples are just tender. Stir in the vinegar.

5. Return the chops

   Nestle the pork chops back into the skillet to warm through and coat in the sauce, about 2 minutes, before serving.