Apple Pork Chops With Bourbon & Sage

Generously season the pork chops on all sides (including the fat cap) with Kosher salt and black pepper. Let the pork chops sit until they come to room temperature.

Next, heat the oil in a skillet over medium high until it's shimmering. Add the pork chops to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the pork chops are a deep golden brown.** Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes, until an instant read thermometer registers 140°F. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set on a clean plate. Tent with tinfoil and let the pork chops rest while you finish cooking (the chops will come up to 145°F as they rest).

Add the apples and shallots to the pan. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, scraping up any brown bits, until the apples start to get tender. Add the sage leaves and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are wilted. Then, add the garlic and sauté just until it’s fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Sprinkle the brown sugar over the apple mixture and stir. Then, deglaze the pan with the bourbon. Let it simmer until the bourbon is reduced by half and the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat and add the butter, stirring until it’s melted and the glaze is smooth.

Return the pork chops to the pan. Using a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the pork chops and apples. Enjoy!