One-Pan Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chop

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One-Pan Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chop

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There’s nothing quite like the sizzle of pork chops in a hot skillet, especially when they’re slathered in a sticky sweet maple-bourbon glaze. This one-pan wonder delivers tender, juicy meat kissed by caramelized edges and a warm, boozy undertone, without dirtying half your kitchen. It’s the kind of simple yet special dinner that feels both comforting and a little indulgent, perfect for weeknights when you want a treat without the fuss.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Calories: 360

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

4 bone-in pork chops about 1″ thick, 6–8 oz each
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ cup pure maple syrup
¼ cup bourbon
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove minced
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves optional garnish

Equipment

Large oven-proof skillet (cast iron preferred)
Instant-read meat thermometer

Method

Instructions

Season & Sear (8 min): Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. In a cold, oven-proof skillet, melt butter with oil over medium-high. Once foaming subsides, add chops and sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer chops to a plate.
Make the Glaze (3 min): Reduce heat to medium. Pour off excess fat, leaving about 1 Tbsp in the pan. Add maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, and garlic; stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
Finish in the Oven (8 min): Nestle chops back into the skillet, spooning glaze over the top. Transfer skillet to a preheated 180 °C (350 °F) oven and bake until internal temperature reaches 63 °C (145 °F), about 6–8 minutes.
Rest & Serve (1 min): Remove chops, tent loosely with foil, and let rest 5 minutes. Spoon any pan glaze over the meat and garnish with fresh thyme leaves before plating.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 32gFat: 20g

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