These Maple Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and indulgent comfort food. Juicy, seared pork chops are smothered in a rich, sticky glaze made from maple syrup and bourbon, while creamy garlic mashed potatoes provide the ultimate cozy side. This recipe is ideal for a special family dinner or an impressive yet easy-to-make meal for guests.

Ingredients:

For the Maple Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops:

• 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup bourbon
• ½ cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish

For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled
• ½ cup whole milk (warm)
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Chopped chives or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the garlic mashed potatoes:
   • In a large pot, add cubed potatoes and garlic cloves, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil.
   • Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
   • Drain and return potatoes and garlic to the pot.
   • Add warm milk and butter; mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and keep warm.
2. Cook the pork chops:
   • Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the maple bourbon glaze:
   • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
   • Carefully add bourbon (it may flame slightly), and cook for 1-2 minutes, letting the alcohol cook off.
   • Stir in maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Finish the pork chops:
   • Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon glaze over the top, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
5. Serve:
   • Plate the pork chops with a generous drizzle of glaze, alongside the garlic mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh thyme and chives or parsley if desired.

Preparation Time:
15 minutes

Cooking Time:
30 minutes

Total Time:
45 minutes

Serving Size:
1 pork chop with mashed potatoes per person

Yield:
4 servings

Cuisine:
American

Course:
Main Course

Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 610
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Protein: 38g

Maple Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes

These Maple Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes are the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and indulgent comfort food. Juicy, seared pork chops are smothered in a rich, sticky glaze made from maple syrup and bourbon, while creamy garlic mashed potatoes provide the ultimate cozy side. This recipe is ideal for a special family dinner or an impressive yet easy-to-make meal for guests.

By Jason GriffithPublished on March 19, 2025

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time30 min

Total Time45 min

Servings4 servings

Category: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
3. In a small bowl, mix together maple syrup, bourbon, minced garlic, and soy sauce.
4. Pour the glaze over the pork chops in the skillet and reduce heat to medium. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, basting the pork chops with the glaze, until the pork is cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
6. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add heavy cream, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash until creamy and smooth.
7. Serve the pork chops with the garlic mashed potatoes on the side, drizzling extra glaze over the chops.

Nutrition Information

@type: NutritionInformation

Calories: 610 calories

Protein Content: 38g

Carbohydrate Content: 43g

Fat Content: 28g

Tags: pork chops, maple bourbon, garlic mashed potatoes, comfort food, dinner recipe

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