Bourbon-Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Summer Slaw

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Tender grilled pork chops brushed with a sweet bourbon-peach glaze, paired with a crisp and tangy summer slaw. This american-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs about 1 inch thick bone-in pork chops, peach preserves, bourbon whiskey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/3 cup peach preserves, 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high. Season 4 bone-in pork chops with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  3. Step 3: Grill pork chops for 4 minutes per side, brushing generously with the bourbon-peach glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking, until internal temperature reaches 145°F and chops have nice grill marks.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, toss 3 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 large shredded carrot, 1 small thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 2 thinly sliced green onions in a large bowl with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Step 5: Serve the glazed pork chops hot alongside a generous scoop of the fresh, crunchy summer slaw.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Bourbon-Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Summer Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bourbon-Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Summer Slaw?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peach preserves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon-Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Summer Slaw?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bourbon-Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Summer Slaw for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bourbon-Peach Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Summer Slaw?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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