Wine Down Wednesday – Sweet and Sour Glazed Pork Chops

These pork chops are, hands down, the BEST and easiest pork chops you’ll ever make!  The sweet and sour balsamic glaze is to die for; you’ll want to guzzle it down on its own!  But trust me, you’ll want to save some for the pork chops. They go together seamlessly!  Pair it with a smoky syrah.

INGREDIENTS

• 4 (8-ounce) pork chops, bone-in, 3/4-inch to 1-inch thick
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, optional
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add pork chops and sear both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Place into oven and roast until completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 140 degrees F, about 8-10 minutes.*
5. To make the sweet and sour glaze, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
7. Serve pork chops immediately with sweet and sour glaze.

NOTES