Grilled Hoosier-Style Pork Chops with Apple Bourbon Glaze

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Juicy grilled pork chops brushed with a sweet and tangy apple bourbon glaze, highlighting flavors inspired by Indiana’s regional harvest. This american-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs chops, 1-inch thick bone-in pork chops, apple cider vinegar, bourbon whiskey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey, 3 tbsp apple butter, and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Simmer over medium heat for 8 minutes until thickened into a glaze, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Brush both sides of 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick) with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the pork chops for 5 minutes per side, turning once, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  4. Step 4: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the pork chops generously with the apple bourbon glaze on both sides and let it caramelize slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove chops from the grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with extra glaze drizzled on top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Hoosier-Style Pork Chops with Apple Bourbon Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Hoosier-Style Pork Chops with Apple Bourbon Glaze?

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 apple cider vinegar from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Hoosier-Style Pork Chops with Apple Bourbon Glaze?

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 Hoosier-Style Pork Chops with Apple Bourbon Glaze 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 Hoosier-Style Pork Chops with Apple Bourbon Glaze?

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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