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Flavorful Bourbon Peach Pork Chops Recipe Easy Grilled Herb Butter Marinade

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This bourbon peach pork chops recipe features a smoky-sweet marinade with fresh peaches and bourbon, grilled to perfection and finished with a luscious herb butter. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for backyard cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 2 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for herb butter)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (for herb butter)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for herb butter)
  • Zest of 1 lemon (for herb butter)
  • Pinch of salt (for herb butter)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine bourbon, brown sugar, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, chopped thyme, and rosemary. Whisk until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  2. Slice the peaches: Peel if desired and thinly slice the peaches. Add to the marinade and stir gently to coat.
  3. Marinate the pork chops: Season pork chops with kosher salt and black pepper. Place chops in the marinade with peaches, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  4. Make the herb butter: In a small bowl, mix softened butter with parsley, garlic powder, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Set aside at room temperature.
  5. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Clean and oil the grates.
  6. Grill the pork chops: Remove chops from marinade, letting excess drip off but keeping peach slices on top if desired. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  7. Rest the meat: Transfer chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon herb butter on top to melt.
  8. Serve: Plate with grilled peaches and your favorite sides.

Notes

Keep grill grates clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145°F for safe consumption. Let chops rest 5 minutes before serving to retain juiciness. If flare-ups occur, move chops to cooler part of grill. Herb butter can be made ahead and refrigerated. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or white grape juice.

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