Apple-Cider Glazed Pork Chops with Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Sautéed Green Beans with Almonds
These Apple-Cider Glazed Pork Chops bring savory pork, buttery apples, warm cinnamon, fresh thyme, and a glossy cider glaze together on a plate that feels cozy without being heavy. Served with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans, it has that Sunday dinner feel with weeknight-friendly energy.
QUICK RECIPE DETAILS
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
Cuisine: Comfort Food / American
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS
• Sweet apple cider balances savory pork
• Mashed potatoes bring richness and comfort
• Green beans add freshness and texture
• Feels elevated without being complicated
• Great meal prep leftovers
PAIRING IDEAS
Drink Pairings:
- Sparkling apple cider
- Unsweet iced tea
- Lemon water
Side Additions:
- Warm dinner rolls
- Roasted carrots
- Simple garden salad
STORAGE + REHEATING
Store pork, potatoes, and beans separately in airtight containers.
Refrigerator:
Up to 3 days
Reheat:
- Pork → skillet low heat + splash apple cider
- Potatoes → microwave + splash milk
- Green beans → quick sauté
Avoid microwaving everything together.
EDUCATIONAL CORNER
Why Apple + Pork Works So Well
Pork naturally carries mild sweetness and richness. Apples and cider add brightness and acidity that help balance the fat while creating a deeper caramelized flavor.
That combination has been around for generations for a reason.
Q&A
Can I use bone-in pork chops?
Yes. Bone-in adds flavor but may increase cook time.
Can I use apple juice instead?
You can, but cider gives deeper flavor.
Best potato for mashed potatoes?
Yukon Gold for creamy texture.
Can I prep ahead?
Yes—prep potatoes and glaze ingredients beforehand.
Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 bone in pork chops
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Cavender’s Greek Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider
- 1 Honeycrisp apple sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 4 garlic cloves roasted or softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Cavender’s Greek Seasoning
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Salt to taste
Equipment
- Large skillet
- – Medium saucepan
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- – Potato masher
- Cutting board
- – Chef knife
- Tongs
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Method
- Peel and cube the potatoes.
- Place in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil.
- Cook for 18 to 22 minutes or until fork tender.
- Drain the potatoes.
- Add butter, warm milk, roasted garlic, sour cream, garlic powder, and Cavender’s Greek Seasoning.
- Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Cover and keep warm.
- Pat the pork chops dry.
- Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Cavender’s Greek Seasoning, black pepper, and salt.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add olive oil and butter.
- Sear the pork chops for 4 to 5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
- Remove from the skillet and allow to rest.
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add apple cider, sliced apple, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and thyme to the skillet.
- Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until reduced.
- Whisk in butter and continue cooking until the glaze becomes glossy.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet.
- Spoon the glaze over the chops and cook for 1 minute.
- Heat olive oil in a separate skillet.
- Cook green beans for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add sliced garlic and almonds.
- Cook for 1 additional minute.
- Serve the pork chops with creamy garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans.
- Spoon extra glaze and apples over the pork before serving.
