Pork Chops with Cranberry Thyme Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these succulent Pork Chops with Cranberry Thyme Sauce, a dish that strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Juicy, golden-brown bone-in pork chops are seared to perfection and paired with a vibrant sauce made from fresh cranberries, aromatic thyme, and a touch of honey and balsamic vinegar for a luscious glaze. The addition of sautéed onions and garlic enriches the sauce with bold, comforting flavors, while the cranberries add a pop of tartness to complement the pork. Ready in just 45 minutes, this impressive yet easy dinner is ideal for cozy family meals or special occasions. Serve these pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality experience at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops. Sear for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 145°F). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the cranberries, chicken broth, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to warm the pork chops and meld the flavors.
Remove from heat and serve the pork chops with the cranberry thyme sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.4 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 3409 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.2 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.3 g | ||
| Protein | 198.8 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 3222 mg | 69% | |
*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.
