Name: 35 Minute Cozy Apple Cider Glazed Beef Chops Joy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 bone-in beef loin chops, 1–1.25 inches thick; 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small shallot, finely minced; 1 cup apple cider; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried); 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Optional finish: 1 tablespoon cold butter; Garnish: chopped parsley or thyme

Description

Cozy Apple Cider Glazed Beef Chops offer a rich, flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight or a special occasion. The sweet and tangy apple cider reduction creates a beautiful glaze for perfectly seared beef chops. This recipe is simple enough for any new cook to master.

Ingredients

4 bone-in beef loin chops, 1–1.25 inches thick
1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small shallot, finely minced
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Optional finish: 1 tablespoon cold butter
Garnish: chopped parsley or thyme

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Instructions

Pat the beef chops dry, then season all over with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chops 3–4 minutes per side until well browned; transfer to a plate and tent to rest. Aim for 130–135°F for medium-rare after glazing.
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet; sauté garlic and shallot 30–60 seconds until fragrant, scraping up browned bits.
Stir in apple cider vinegar; simmer 30 seconds to deglaze.
Add apple cider, Dijon, honey, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a lively simmer and reduce, stirring, until glossy and syrupy, 8–12 minutes, about 2/3 cup sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Return chops (and any juices) to the pan, turning to coat and simmering 1–2 minutes to warm through. For a silky finish, whisk in 1 tablespoon cold butter off heat.
Spoon extra glaze over the chops and garnish with parsley or thyme.

Notes

For thicker chops, finish in a 375°F oven to target doneness, then glaze in the pan.
The apple cider reduction balances sweet-tart flavors; Dijon and vinegar add brightness that pairs well with rich beef.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Seared and Reduced Sauce
Cuisine: American