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Balsamic Pork Chops

Published November 21, 2014
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Balsamic Pork Chops
Published November 21, 2014
2 minute read
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Lean pork chops make a great main especially when it’s seared and served with caramelized red onions. As Cook Smarts explains, searing the pork chops seals in the juices while adding balsamic vinegar creates robust flavor.

Balsamic Pork Chops

Ingredients

  • 4 Pork chops, less than 1″ thick
  • 1 large Red Onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil, divided
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Jam (any flavor)

Directions

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, and then add pork chops to heated oil. Sear on both sides for 3 minutes. Lower heat to medium, cover with foil, and cook for another 1 to 3 minutes, until pork reaches 145 degrees. Remove and set aside.

Return skillet that you cooked the pork in to medium heat. Add in remaining tablespoon of cooking oil and then red onions to heated oil with a sprinkle of salt. Saute until they’re super soft or about 10 minutes. If the pan ever looks dry and the onions look like they might burn, add in a splash of water.

At the very end, add in balsamic vinegar and jam. Cook for another minute or two to let the flavors absorb.

Serve over pork chops and alongside orzo, quinoa, or the grain of your choice.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1 pork chop + approx. 1/4 cup red onions

Per serving: Calories: 238; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 57mg; Sodium: 53mg; Carbohydrate: 8g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 19g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 327mg; Iron: 5%; Vitamin A: 0%; Vitamin C: 6%; Calcium: 2%

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The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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