Pork Chops with Cherry Preserves Sauce
Transform your dinner table with these mouthwatering Pork Chops with Cherry Preserves Sauce, a perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite. This recipe features tender, golden-brown bone-in pork chops topped with a rich and glossy sauce made from cherry preserves, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of fresh thyme. The sauce is thickened to perfection, creating a luxurious glaze that clings to the pork chops. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet refined enough for entertaining. Pair these succulent pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether you're a fan of bold flavors or looking to impress your guests, this recipe delivers a delectable combination that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 piece Shallot, minced
- 0.5 cup Cherry preserves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and tent with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced shallot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the cherry preserves, balsamic vinegar, chicken broth, and thyme leaves. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the sauce and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them to coat. Allow them to sit in the sauce for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Serve the pork chops hot, drizzled with the cherry preserves sauce. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 628 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% | |
*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.
