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Savory Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Chops Recipe with Easy Apple Compote

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This recipe features bone-in pork chops glazed with a caramelized brown sugar and apple cider vinegar mixture, paired with a fresh, tart apple compote. It’s a quick, comforting dish perfect for weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 6 ounces (170g) each, about 1-inch thick
  • ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 medium tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced
  • ½ small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral cooking oil
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a small saucepan. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add chopped apples, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until apples soften but hold shape. Stir in honey or maple syrup if using. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  5. Increase heat to medium-high and sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side without moving to build a golden crust.
  6. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over pork chops and drizzle apple cider vinegar around the pan. Baste pork chops with the glaze as it cooks for 2-3 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
  7. Lower heat to medium and cook for another 3-5 minutes, turning and basting occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  8. Remove pork chops and cover loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Serve pork chops with warm apple compote spooned on top or on the side. Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired.

Notes

Pat pork chops dry before searing for a better crust. Use room temperature meat for even cooking. Watch the sugar carefully to avoid burning. Rest meat after cooking to keep it juicy. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water or apple cider vinegar to loosen.

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Keywords: pork chops, brown sugar glaze, apple compote, easy dinner, weeknight meal, savory pork, fall recipe, comfort food

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