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Juicy Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops

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A simple yet bold recipe for tender pork chops coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory brown sugar bourbon glaze. This quick weeknight dinner delivers restaurant-quality flavor with just a few ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 thick-cut bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
  • 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup good-quality bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, bourbon, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Whisk over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Cook the glaze for 5-7 minutes until it reduces slightly and thickens. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until melted and combined.
  4. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the prepared glaze over the pork chops. Reduce heat to medium-low and baste the chops repeatedly for 3-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. Remove chops from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes. Pour remaining glaze over the chops before serving.

Notes

Do not add sugar too early as it burns easily. Add the glaze only after the chops are mostly seared. Let the meat rest to redistribute juices. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

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Keywords: pork chops, bourbon glaze, brown sugar, easy dinner, weeknight meals, seared pork, sweet and savory

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