Bourbon Chops

Savor the smoky-sweet allure of Bourbon Chops, a bold and irresistible main dish perfect for elevating your weeknight dinner or impressing guests at your next gathering. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are pan-seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a luscious bourbon glaze made with brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. As the sauce simmers, it reduces into a rich, caramelized coating that clings to the chops, all finished with a touch of butter for a silky, luxurious finish. This 35-minute recipe combines ease and indulgence, making it an ideal centerpiece for pairing with comforting sides like creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Whether you're a bourbon lover or simply craving a flavorful twist on classic pork chops, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 cup bourbon
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the bourbon, stirring to deglaze the pan and scrape up any browned bits.

Step 4

Add the brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce starts to simmer.

Step 5

Let the sauce cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly, then return the pork chops to the skillet.

Step 6

Spoon the sauce over the chops and simmer for 10-12 minutes, turning the chops halfway through cooking, until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Stir in the unsalted butter to enrich the sauce and give it a silky texture.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat. Let the chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the bourbon chops hot, with the sauce spooned over the top. Pair them with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1091.9 grams (1091.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2760

Total Fat 164.30g	211%
Saturated Fat 58.40g	292%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 606mg	202%
Sodium 4579mg	199%
Total Carbohydrate 43.80g	16%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 35.60g
Protein 197.70g	395%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166mg	13%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2833mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 7.2%