Cherry Pork Chops
Cherry Pork Chops deliver a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors that will elevate your dining experience. Juicy, tender pork chops are seared to perfection and generously coated in a luscious cherry glaze, creating an irresistible dish that’s perfect for both special occasions and cozy weeknight dinners. This vibrant recipe is sure to impress family and friends while tantalizing their taste buds with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries; slice the garlic thinly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add cherries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and chicken broth; simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve with remaining sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the pork chops in balsamic vinegar for one hour before cooking. Feel free to swap cherries with other fruits like peaches or apricots if desired. Allow the pork chops to rest after cooking to retain moisture.