Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Balsamic Pork Chops with Quinoa, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish starts with succulent pork chops, marinated in a flavorful blend of balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and herbs, then seared to perfection. Accompanied by a fluffy and wholesome quinoa pilaf, cooked with aromatic vegetables and a hint of tangy lemon, this dish is a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. As a bonus, we also present a tantalizing Grilled Balsamic Pork Chops recipe, featuring tender pork chops grilled to perfection and drizzled with a luscious balsamic glaze. For those seeking a vegetarian option, our Balsamic Quinoa Salad is a delightful medley of quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a tangy balsamic dressing. Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide a unique and unforgettable dining experience.
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BALSAMIC PORK CHOPS WITH QUINOA
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to brown. Remove from skillet; set aside.
- Season both sides of pork chops with 1/4 teaspoon of the seasoned salt, the thyme and pepper. Heat remaining 3 teaspoons oil in same skillet over medium heat. Add pork; cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Transfer from skillet to plate.
- Add water, vinegar, quinoa, parsley, cooked onion and remaining 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt to skillet. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; place pork and any juices on top of quinoa mixture. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
- Add broccoli and peaches; cover and cook about 10 minutes longer or until quinoa is tender and meat thermometer inserted in center of pork reads 145°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
SHEET-PAN HONEY-BALSAMIC PORK CHOP DINNER
A sweet-and-savory glaze elevates the humble pork chop to weeknight staple status, especially when paired with crisp-tender broccoli and roasty sweet potatoes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix sweet potatoes, 1 tablespoon of the oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Stir to coat. Place on pan. Bake 25 minutes.
- In same bowl, mix broccoli, remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Remove pan from oven; stir or turn potatoes, and arrange broccoli on pan with potatoes. Bake 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, season pork chops with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- In small bowl, mix honey, mustard and vinegar. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the honey glaze.
- Remove pan from oven; add pork chops to pan. Brush pork chops with remaining honey glaze. Roast 18 to 22 minutes or until pork is no longer pink and meat thermometer inserted in center reads at least 145°F, and vegetables are browned and tender.
- Spoon reserved 2 tablespoons honey glaze on pork chops. Serve pork chops with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 0 g
BALSAMIC PORK CHOPS
Jazz up your weeknight pan-fried pork chops with a balsamic glaze! We like these with steamed broccoli and a crispy, fresh salad.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Pork Chops
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pat pork chops dry with paper towels, and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and stir to combine.
- When butter and oil shimmer, carefully add chops and cook over medium heat until browned on one side, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn and cook pork chops until no longer pink in the center and browned on the other side, 3 to 4 minutes. Do not overcook the chops or they will turn dry and hard. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Remove pork chops from heat and cover to keep warm.
- Combine chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and honey in a small saucepan. Bring glaze to a boil over medium-high heat and boil until mixture is reduced to 1/2 cup, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Drizzle pan-fried chops with balsamic glaze and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 400.5 mg
PORK CHOPS WITH HONEY-BALSAMIC GLAZE
My husband loves pork chops, so I try to find new ways to use them. He calls this version "restaurant quality!" -Nicole Clayton, Prescott, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sprinkle pork chops with pepper flakes, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add pork; cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°). Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, whisk the vinegar, honey, green onions, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; whisk in butter until melted. Serve with pork chops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 715 calories, Fat 41g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 557mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right pork chops: Look for bone-in pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick. This will help them stay juicy during cooking.
- Marinate the pork chops: Marinating the pork chops in a mixture of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and herbs will help tenderize them and add flavor.
- Cook the pork chops over medium heat: Cooking the pork chops over medium heat will help them cook evenly without burning.
- Use a meat thermometer: To ensure that the pork chops are cooked to the desired doneness, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Pork chops are safe to eat when they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the pork chops rest: After cooking, let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chop.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Balsamic pork chops can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
Conclusion:
Balsamic pork chops with quinoa is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork chops are tender and flavorful, and the quinoa is a healthy and filling side dish. This recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
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