Pork Chops in a Cola Ketchup Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with the sweet and tangy delight of Pork Chops in a Cola Ketchup Sauce! This mouthwatering recipe combines tender, perfectly-seared pork chops with a rich and sticky sauce made from pantry staples like cola, ketchup, and a hint of smoky paprika. The sauce is infused with caramelized onions, garlic, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for just the right balance of sweetness and tanginess. Ideal for both bone-in and boneless pork chops, this quick and easy dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a flavor-packed option for busy evenings. Serve these irresistible pork chops with your favorite sides like creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups cola (regular, not diet)
- 0.5 cups ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops to the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium, then add the chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour the cola into the pan and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. This step deglazes the pan and adds flavor to the sauce.
Stir in the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well to combine.
Return the pork chops to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the chops.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Optional: Simmer the sauce uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to thicken it slightly.
Serve the pork chops with the cola ketchup sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 758 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 551 mg | 12% | |
*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.
