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Balsamic Honey Pork Chops

April 1, 2015 by Jaida Leave a Comment

Wahoo! It’s Wednesday!! Yes, it’s April Fool’s Day, but I don’t participate in that mess. There are some funny pranks out there, don’t get me wrong, but I don’t have the time, forethought, or creativity to come up with anything worthwhile so…it’s just another day for me. Well, it’s sort of a special day as it’s also J’s mother’s birthday (Mother-in-law is much easier to say, no? Ha!)

So, here’s a blog shout out to a very special lady…Happy, happy birthday Frannie! And because she loves pork chops, that’s the recipe you’re all going to get today. In honor of Frannie’s birthday.

Balsamic Honey Pork Chops
And these aren’t just any ol’ pork chops, either. These are pork chops with a balsamic and honey glaze. So, you know, just the most perfect thing ever. If you’re me, that is. Because…balsamic. And honey. I mean, just look at those chops up there…seared a nice golden brown and drizzled with  a sauce of perfection. It doesn’t get much better!!

I’m not typically a fan of meat with bones in it…I’d prefer a boneless chop on most occasions, but in this case…well, the bone-in chops are just the best choice. Not that you couldn’t use a boneless chop, but the thickness of this particular cut keeps the moistness a bit better, I do believe.

So, give it a try. In honor of Frannie. And your taste buds will thank you. I promise!

Balsamic Honey Pork Chops
As seen on Damn Delicious

Ingredients

  • 4 (8 oz) bone-in pork chops, 3/4-inch to 1-inch thick
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Melt butter in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium high heat. Add pork chops and sear both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and cook about 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temp 140.)
  5. Meanwhile, make the balsamic honey glaze by combining the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and stir.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Serve pork chops with the glaze.

Filed Under: Pork Tagged With: Balsamic, Honey, Pork Chops

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