Pork Chops With Cherry Pan Sauce Recipe

Name: Pork Chops With Cherry Pan Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 4 boneless pork loin chops, pounded to 1/4-inch thick; 3/4 cup flour, for dusting pork chops; salt and pepper; 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped; 1 large shallot, chopped finely; 1 (15 ounce) can whole pitted bing cherries in syrup, drained; 1/2 lemon, zest of; 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons butter, divided
4 boneless pork loin chops, pounded to 1/4-inch thick
3/4 cup flour, for dusting pork chops
salt and pepper
6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped
1 large shallot, chopped finely
1 (15 ounce) can whole pitted bing cherries in syrup, drained
1/2 lemon, zest of
1 teaspoon cornstarch

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Lightly season the pounded chops with salt, pepper and thyme.
3
Place flour in a shallow bowl and toss the seasoned chops in the flour, coating completely then shaking off excess.
4
Place the chops in the hot skillet and sear meat on both sides to caramelize, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
5
Once the chops are done, remove them to a plate and tent with foil to rest while you make the pan sauce.
6
Place the skillet back on the stove over medium heat with another 1-2 tablespoons of EVOO.
7
Add the shallots and cook for 2 minutes. Add cherries to the shallots along with the lemon zest to warm through.
8
Add 1/2 cup of stock and let cook for another minute.
9
Add the remaining butter in small pieces, toss the sauce to combine.
10
Mix 1 tsp corn starch to 1/2 cup cold water and add slowly to sauce until desired thickness is achieved.
11
Simmer for 3-5 minutes to cook out starch flavor.
12
Pour pan sauce over the chops.
13
Serve with Simple Couscous Recipe #195545 as pictured for lovely presentation. Enjoy :).

581

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons butter, divided, 4 boneless pork loin chops, pounded to 1/4-inch thick, 3/4 cup flour, for dusting pork chops, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops With Cherry Pan Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pork Chops With Cherry Pan Sauce

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