Tennessee Whiskey-Glazed Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Tennessee Whiskey-Glazed Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce and Marinade base; 1/2 cup whiskey; 1/2 cup apple cider (non-alcoholic); 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Chops; 2 -3 lbs center-cut pork chops (4 chops, each about 1-inch thick); salt; black pepper; 2 teaspoons canola oil; To finish sauce; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon butter, very cold

Servings: persons

Sauce and Marinade base
1/2 cup whiskey
1/2 cup apple cider (non-alcoholic)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Chops
2 -3 lbs center-cut pork chops (4 chops, each about 1-inch thick)
salt
black pepper
2 teaspoons canola oil
To finish sauce
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon butter, very cold

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["In a bowl, whisk together the sauce base ingredients.", "Transfer 1/4 cup of mixture to a zip top bag and add pork chops. Press out as much air as possible and seal the bag. Marinate no more than one hour.", "Remove chops from bag. Pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.", "Heat a 12"" skillet over medium-high flame. Add oil. When oil shimmers, add chops. Sear both sides until golden brown, 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a clean plate. Tent with foil to keep warm.", "Pour remaining sauce mixture into hot skillet. Scrape up browned bits (fond) from the bottom of the pan. Reduce over medium-high heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Whisk in remaining vinegar and juices from pork chops. Whisk in cold butter.", "Return chops to pan, presentation side down. Turn chops over to glaze them fully. Turn off heat. Cover for 5 minutes to finish cooking."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce and Marinade base, 1/2 cup whiskey, 1/2 cup apple cider (non-alcoholic), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Tennessee Whiskey-Glazed Pork Chops 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.

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Tennessee Whiskey-Glazed Pork Chops

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