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Apple Butter Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops

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Juicy pork chops are seared and smothered in a sticky, sweet-savory apple butter bourbon glaze for the ultimate cozy fall dinner. This easy recipe comes together in under 40 minutes and is perfect for weeknights or special gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick, 1.5 lbs total)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1/2 cup apple butter
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Pinch of salt (to taste)
  • Fresh thyme leaves or chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • Thinly sliced apples, sautéed (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together apple butter, bourbon, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add pork chops in a single layer. Sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving, then flip and sear another 2-3 minutes on the other side (add 1-2 minutes per side for thicker chops).
  4. Check internal temperature; pork should be 135-140°F. Remove chops from pan and tent with foil.
  5. Pour off excess fat from skillet, leaving about 1 teaspoon. Add glaze mixture to skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring often. Simmer 3-5 minutes until thickened and glossy. Add a splash of water or apple cider if too thick.
  6. Return pork chops and any juices to skillet. Spoon glaze over chops and simmer 2-3 minutes, turning once to coat both sides. Pork should reach 145°F inside.
  7. Transfer pork chops to a serving platter. Drizzle with extra glaze and garnish with fresh thyme, parsley, or sautéed apples if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For alcohol-free, substitute apple cider or unsweetened apple juice for bourbon. Use bone-in chops if preferred, adding a few minutes to cook time. Let pork come to room temp before cooking for best results. The glaze can be made up to 3 days ahead. For a gluten-free meal, double-check apple butter and Dijon labels. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: pork chops, apple butter, bourbon glaze, fall dinner, easy pork recipe, skillet pork chops, weeknight dinner, southern, gluten-free, high protein

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