Pear and Blue Cheese Pork Chops
Savor the perfect balance of savory and sweet with these Pear and Blue Cheese Pork Chops, a gourmet twist on a classic dinner favorite. Juicy pork chops are pan-seared to golden perfection, then topped with tender, caramelized pears, a drizzle of honey and balsamic vinegar, and indulgent crumbles of rich blue cheese that melt into a luscious topping. This dish comes together quickly, with just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Garnished with fresh thyme, this recipe is a showstopper that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for fans of bold flavors, this unique combination of savory pork, tangy cheese, and sweet pears is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 pieces Ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside to rest.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the sliced pears and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
Drizzle the honey and balsamic vinegar over the pears and stir gently to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the mixture is slightly syrupy.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the pear mixture over the top of each chop. Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese evenly over the pork chops and pears.
Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for another 2-3 minutes, just until the blue cheese begins to melt.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.8 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.9 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 545 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 6041 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 165.3 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1416 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2535 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
