Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple Slaw

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Juicy pork chops grilled and basted with a sweet bourbon glaze, served alongside a crisp apple and cabbage slaw for a refreshing contrast. This american-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs (about 1 inch thick) bone-in pork chops, bourbon whiskey, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until syrupy and thickened; remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Brush the pork chops with 1 tbsp olive oil and grill for 4 minutes per side, basting every 2 minutes with the bourbon glaze until nicely caramelized and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  4. Step 4: While pork cooks, toss 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 julienned Granny Smith apple, and 1 shredded medium carrot in a bowl. Whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; pour over slaw and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove pork chops from grill, let rest for 5 minutes. Serve pork chops with a generous helping of the fresh apple slaw alongside.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple 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 Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple 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 bourbon whiskey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple 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 Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple 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 Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple 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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