Balsamic Pork Chops

Name: Balsamic Pork Chops
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 4 pork chops loin or center cut, bone or boneless, 1 inch thick; 2-4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 small onion; 12 ounces Cherry or grape tomatoes; 2-3 tablespoons garlic; ½ cup balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; ½ cup feta, goat or blue cheese; 2 tablespoons basil; salt; pepper

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time, Divided
22 mins
Total Time
32 mins
Servings
4
Calories
449 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Greek, American

Balsamic Pork Chops

Brayden Rivera

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This easy Balsamic Pork Chops recipe shows you how to cook pork chops quickly and easily on the stove. The simple balsamic glaze combined with tantalizing ingredients like tomatoes, feta, and more makes this dish truly amazing!

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Ingredients

Servings

4 pork chops loin or center cut, bone or boneless, 1 inch thick 6-8 oz each
2-4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion chopped or sliced
12 ounces Cherry or grape tomatoes halved
2-3 tablespoons garlic minced
½ cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup feta, goat or blue cheese crumbled
2 tablespoons basil dried
salt as needed
pepper as needed

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Instructions

Wash and cut slices into the side of each pork chop with the fat and silver skin along the edge. Make cuts every 1 ½ to 2 inches along that edge. The cuts should be no more than ½ an inch deep. This stops the pork chops from curling.
Dry pork chops with paper towels and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering or a drop of water flicked in it dances. Add pork chops and cook until well browned and cooked all the way through, between 4 and 6 minutes minutes per side.
Remove pork chops from your skillet and transfer to a plate. Tent loosely with foil.
Wipe out skillet with paper towel and add some more oil. Heat, again until it shimmers or a drop of water flicked in it dances.
Add your onions and cook until softened, between 2 and 3 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook for about 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute and then add in the balsamic vinegar and basil.
Cook until mixture has thickened and gets somewhat syrupy, another few minutes. Pour any accumulated meat juices from plate into the skillet.
Remove from heat and add butter. Continually stir until butter is incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
Pour mixture over top of your pork and add cheese. Serve immediately with rice or whatever you prefer.

Notes

Balsamic Glaze Flavor. You can easily adjust the sweetness of the balsamic glaze to your liking. If it's too sharp, add more honey or increase the vinegar if you prefer more zing.
Do Not Burn the Glaze: Be careful not to burn the balsamic glaze when reducing. If it's too hot adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
Rest the Pork Chops: Letting your pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving allows the juices to redistribute.
Balsamic Vinegar: Choose a good quality balsamic vinegar for the best flavor. It will make a significant difference in your glaze. It contributes to both to the complexity of flavors and the final glaze's thickness.
Season the Chops: Don’t forget to season your pork chops with salt and pepper before cooking to enhance their natural flavors.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 449kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 129mg (43%) Sodium 297mg (12%) Potassium 777mg (22%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 763IU (15%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 134mg (13%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 449 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	449kcal	22%
Carbohydrates	13g	4%
Protein	33g	66%
Fat	29g	45%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	6g	35%
Monounsaturated Fat	9g	45%
Trans Fat	0.5g	25%
Cholesterol	129mg	43%
Sodium	297mg	12%
Potassium	777mg	17%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	8g	16%
Vitamin A	763IU	15%
Vitamin C	22mg	24%
Calcium	134mg	13%
Iron	2mg	11%