Juicy and tender pork chops with a creamy cider dijon mustard sauce. This recipe is packed with flavor and goes perfectly with comforting mashed potatoes.
You only need one pan, 5 ingredients and about 20 minutes for this easy Cider Dijon Pork Chop Recipe! It’s a simple weeknight dinner that the whole family will love!
I truly believe that dinnertime doesn’t have to be difficult. At the end of a stressful, chaotic day, a simple homemade meal has the power to bring your family together and make you feel like Super Mom!
This easy pork chop recipe with a sweet-and-savory Cider Dijon cream sauce might sound a wee bit fancy, but I assure you it’s not! I don’t do fancy.
It’s made with simple ingredients and comes together in only 20 minutes plus the balance of rich, tangy and creamy flavors is sure to please the whole family.
So Here’s What You Need
- Pork Chops – Choose good quality for best flavor
- Dijon Mustard – I like wholegrain but regular smooth Dijon would also work
- Apple Cider – Fruity and goes great with pork and mustard
- Heavy Cream – Adds richness
- Garlic – Adds a ton of flavor
Between soccer practices, homework, and commutes, the evening rush is already crazy enough. Simplify mealtime with a cozy and family-friendly weeknight dinner that comes together in less than 25 minutes. Plus, this meal only requires one pan…making clean-up a cinch!
And there’s really no need to create extra work for yourself — just open up a jar of applesauce (warmed in the microwave if you like) and slice a crusty loaf of bread to serve alongside.
You could also serve these pork chops with my Make Ahead Garlic Mashed Potatoes. You’ll want something hearty to soak up all of the rich sauce! Take a deep breath…ahhhh…and enjoy!
Top Tips For Making This Cider Dijon Pork Chop Recipe
- To make things easier pair this with simple, quick sides such as green beans, mashed potatoes or simple applesauce and crusty bread.
- You can use regular or wholegrain dijon mustard for this recipe
- Choose high-quality pork for the best flavor and results
- I don’t recommend freezing this recipe as dairy doesn’t freeze well and can split
- Garnish with rosemary, thyme or parsley
More Easy Pork Recipes To Try:
- One Dish Garlic and Herb Pork Tenderloin
- One Pot Southern Pork Chop Dinner
- Dump and Bake Pork Chop Casserole
- Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Vegetables and Gravy
Cider Dijon Pork Chop Recipe
Juicy and tender pork chops with a creamy cider dijon mustard sauce. This recipe is packed with flavor and goes perfectly with comforting mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 small boneless pork chops about 1.3 lbs. total
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ cup apple cider
- 1 tablespoon wholegrain Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- Optional garnish: fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat about 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Swirl to coat the pan. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 more minute.
- Add chops to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove chops to a plate and set aside.
- Pour cider into pan and scrape up the bits as you stir. Let the cider simmer for about 1 minute, then add mustard and stir in cream.
- Cook sauce for a few more minutes, then pour over chops and serve. Garnish with fresh rosemary, if desired.
Recipe Notes
Recipe adapted from Nigella Lawson.
- To make things easier pair this with simple, quick sides such as green beans, mashed potatoes or simple applesauce and crusty bread.
- You can use regular or wholegrain dijon mustard for this recipe
- Choose high-quality pork for the best flavor and results
- I don't recommend freezing this recipe as dairy doesn't freeze well and can split
- Garnish with rosemary, thyme or parsley
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Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
October 21, 2016 at 7:46 amI LOVE your easy meals, Blair! You really know how to make dinnertime less stressful. Pork chops are one of those dishes that my husband loves, but that we don’t have too often, because I always run out of ideas on how to spruce it up. This cider dijon version looks PERFECT!
Blair says
October 21, 2016 at 8:01 pmThanks, Gayle! These were such a fun way to dress up pork chops quickly and easily!
Kristy from Southern In Law says
October 21, 2016 at 5:06 pmThis looks incredible! I love dijon mustard – and especially love it in creamy sauces! Yum!
Blair says
October 21, 2016 at 8:02 pmThank you! Isn’t it great in sauces?! I use it ALL of the time! 🙂
Robyn Gleason says
October 24, 2016 at 8:55 amOh, I love this, Blair. Last night I was creating a recipe in my head and I think it’s going to look like this except with chicken and different ingredients in the sauce. Does that make sense? lol. We’ll see!
You are the queen of quick, easy and delicious and this should be on everyone’s table.
Have a wonderful week!
Blair says
October 24, 2016 at 6:21 pmYou’re so kind, Robyn! I can’t wait to see your version. I know it will be dreamy!
larry dunn says
November 8, 2016 at 10:27 pmI really love it in creamy sauces. Yummy yummy.Waiting to see your new version next visit
Jessie says
November 16, 2016 at 11:07 pmOkay, what am I doing wrong. I tried the sauce 3 times tonight and it curdled everytime! I ended up having McDonald’s for dinner! Help!
Blair says
November 17, 2016 at 7:29 amHi, Jessie! I’m not sure since I wasn’t in the kitchen, but cream sauces can “break” or curdle if the temperature in your pan is too hot. You want the sauce to just simmer gently (not boil), and if the pan is too hot when you add very cold cream, the cream will likely curdle right away. A good way to avoid that would be to let the cream sit on your counter for a little while to warm up a bit before adding it to the pan, and just make sure that the pan isn’t screaming hot when you add the cream. Hope that helps!
Jennifermlc says
July 18, 2017 at 5:40 pmDid you accidentally use apple cider vinegar? I grabbed the wrong thing and my cream curdled instantly.
Emily says
November 18, 2016 at 2:53 amSo in love with the pork chop Blair !
Gonna try this recipe next week, hope it gonna taste as well as yours 😀
Thanks for sharing this recipe with the full nutrition info Blair 🙂
Blair says
November 18, 2016 at 12:57 pmThanks, Emily! Enjoy!
Katie says
February 26, 2017 at 10:31 amHi Blair,
Are you using apple cider vinegar or apple cider juice?
Thank you,
Katie
Blair says
February 26, 2017 at 4:43 pmHi, Katie! Just regular apple cider (the juice, not the vinegar). 🙂
Madisyn says
December 25, 2017 at 1:12 amAllergic to apple, can I use another fruit juice as a sub? Thanks! Looks delicious!!
Blair says
December 25, 2017 at 5:34 amHi, Madisyn! Yes, another juice should work fine. Maybe try orange?
Cora Campanella says
October 14, 2018 at 7:38 pmWhat can I use instead of heavy cream don’t have any just laying around???
Blair says
October 14, 2018 at 7:53 pmI would use about 1/4 cup of milk and 2 T of butter. If you’re using low fat milk, you might also need to add a teaspoon or two of flour to thicken the sauce.