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Cider-Glazed Pork Chops with Waldorf Salad

Cider-glazed pork chops are savory and sweet, paired with a crunchy Waldorf salad that adds a refreshing twist. It's a delightful meal that’s easy to whip up.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword cider glaze, comfort food, easy dinner, pork chops, Waldorf salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550kcal
Author Liza A

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 apples cored and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 celery rib minced
  • 1/3 cup pecans toasted and chopped
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4 8-to 10-ounce bone-in pork chops
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Combine ¼ cup cider vinegar and cranberries in bowl, cover and microwave until cider begins to boil, about 1 minute. Let sit until cranberries are soft and liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons vinegar, and 1 tablespoon honey together in large bowl. Add apples, celery, pecans and cranberries to bowl and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cut 2 slits, about 2 inches apart, through outer layer of fat and silverskin on each chop. Pat chops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chops until well-browned on first side, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook until lightly browned on second side, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 3/4 cup vinegar and remaining 3 tablespoons honey and simmer until pork is cooked, about 8 minutes. Transfer pork to a plate and tent loosely with aluminum foil.
  • Continue to simmer glaze until thick and syrupy, about 2 minutes. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon over pork and serve with salad.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe source: America’s Test Kitchen: The Best Simple Recipes.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g