Whiskey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Apple Compote

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

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Juicy grilled pork chops brushed with a rich whiskey glaze, paired with a sweet and tangy apple compote. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, 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: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1/4 cup whiskey
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 medium, peeled and diced apple
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup whiskey, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar until smooth to create the whiskey glaze.
Step 2: Season 4 bone-in pork chops evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then brush both sides with 1 tbsp olive oil.
Step 3: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing with the whiskey glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking to form a sticky coating.
Step 4: While the pork cooks, melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 2 peeled and diced apples and sauté for 5 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 5: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon over the apples, stir to combine, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6: Serve the grilled pork chops topped with the warm apple compote for a balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors.