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Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: American
Categories: Main Dishes & Pork

Recipe Source: Amanda

Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops offer a savory-sweet combination that takes your taste buds on a delicious journey. The rich, caramelized maple syrup perfectly complements the tangy balsamic vinegar, creating a glaze that coats the pork chops with a glossy, flavorful finish. As the chops cook, they become tender and juicy, with the glaze intensifying into a mouthwatering balance of sweetness and acidity. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, served with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes, and is sure to impress with its elegant flavors and easy preparation.

Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops
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Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: 4 servings

Pork Chops

Ingredients:

  • 4 bone-in, center cut pork chops
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. In a small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients.
  2. Heat over MED heat until it reaches a low boil.
  3. Cook until sauce reduces down, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Set aside

Glaze

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 3-4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp beef broth
  • 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic smashed
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Place cast iron skillet in oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Pat chops dry with a paper towel, then rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Remove skillet from oven and place on burner over MED-HIGH heat. Place chops in the skillet, you should hear them sizzle immediately. Let cook 2-3 minutes to sear. Brush pork with glaze.
  4. Flip pork chops over, brush the other side with the glaze, and transfer skillet back to the hot oven. Bake until a thermometer inserted into the center reads 140 degrees F (about 5-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of your pork chops).
  5. Transfer pork chops to a plate, tent loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Serve pork chops with a bit of the glaze drizzled over the top if desired.