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Flavorful Whiskey-Glazed Pork Chops Recipe With Easy Caramelized Onions

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Tender pork chops glazed with a sweet and smoky whiskey sauce, paired with slow caramelized onions for a comforting and flavorful meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick, around 1.5 lbs or 680 grams)
  • 1/4 cup whiskey (60 ml), preferably mid-range bourbon like Maker’s Mark
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. While the pork rests, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally, cooking slowly for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and sweet. Lower heat if onions stick or brown too fast.
  3. Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and set aside. Increase heat to medium-high and add more oil if needed. Place pork chops in the pan and sear for about 4 minutes on each side until a golden crust forms. Avoid moving them too much. Use tongs to flip gently.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and remove pork chops temporarily onto a plate. Pour whiskey into the skillet carefully, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Stir in brown sugar, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Let simmer and thicken for 2–3 minutes, adding apple cider vinegar if using.
  5. Return pork chops and caramelized onions to the pan, spooning glaze over everything. Cook together for another 3–5 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Baste chops often with glaze.
  6. Transfer pork chops to a warm plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Cook onions slowly over low heat to avoid burning and develop sweetness. Pat pork dry before searing for a better crust. Let pork rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Use moderate heat when making the glaze to prevent sugar from burning. If no meat thermometer, check doneness by cutting into thickest part; meat should be slightly pink inside.

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