Nutrition Facts for Tennessee hillbilly chops

Tennessee Hillbilly Chops

Sink your teeth into Tennessee Hillbilly Chops, a rustic yet refined dish that brings the bold flavors of the South to your table. Juicy bone-in pork chops are seared to perfection and smothered in a rich bourbon glaze, beautifully balanced with caramelized onions, brown sugar, and a hint of apple cider vinegar. Infused with the smoky warmth of paprika and fresh thyme, each bite offers a delectable harmony of savory and sweet. This quick 45-minute recipe is a showstopper, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. Serve it with your favorite sides to make this Southern-inspired comfort food a new family favorite. Keywords: Southern pork chops, bourbon glaze pork, caramelized onions recipe, easy skillet dinner, Tennessee-style recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:30 mins
Total Time:45 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 1 large Yellow onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves
  • 0.25 cup Bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 sprigs Fresh thyme

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan. Once the butter has melted and begins to sizzle, place the pork chops in the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms. Remove the chops from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Slice the onion thinly and add it to the pan, cooking for 5-7 minutes until caramelized and golden brown. Mince the garlic cloves and add them during the last minute of cooking the onions, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

Deglaze the skillet by carefully adding the bourbon. Allow it to reduce slightly, about 1-2 minutes, as you scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.

Step 5

Stir in the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and sprigs of fresh thyme. Bring the glaze to a simmer and return the pork chops to the skillet.

Step 6

Spoon the glaze over the pork chops and reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat. Discard the thyme sprigs and allow the chops to rest for 5 minutes. Serve with caramelized onions and a drizzle of the bourbon glaze on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 1250.9 grams (1250.9g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2599
Total Fat 164.50g 211%
Saturated Fat 58.50g 293%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 606mg 202%
Sodium 3130mg 136%
Total Carbohydrate 37.00g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4.10g 15%
Total Sugars 24.50g
Protein 196.40g 393%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 181mg 14%
Iron 8mg 43%
Potassium 2991mg 64%
*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: 61.3%
Protein: 32.5%
Carbs: 6.1%