Savory Pork Chops with Cider Vinegar Glaze
Savor the delightful combination of tender pork chops and a tangy cider vinegar glaze in this simple yet sophisticated dish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, these pork chops are seasoned to perfection and enhanced with a rich sauce made from low sodium chicken broth and cider vinegar. Serve them alongside your favorite vegetables or grains for a complete meal that’s sure to impress. With just 3 Weight Watchers points per serving, this recipe is not only delicious but also wholesome and satisfying.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boneless pork loin chops
4 (3 ounce each)
Ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
Low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup (liquid)
Cider vinegar
1/4 cup (liquid)
Ground sage
1 pinch (seasoning)
Flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon (chopped)
Instructions
1
Start by seasoning both sides of the boneless pork loin chops with ground pepper, ensuring an even coating for flavor.
2
In a large skillet, spray a light coat of nonstick cooking spray and set it over medium-high heat.
3
Once the skillet is hot, add the seasoned pork chops and cook them for approximately 3 minutes on each side, or until they develop a nice brown crust.
4
Carefully pour in the low sodium chicken broth, cider vinegar, and a pinch of ground sage into the skillet, then bring the mixture to a boil to deglaze the pan.
5
After boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and continue to cook the pork chops, turning them once, for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and the sauce has slightly thickened.
6
Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat, sprinkle the chops with freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley, and serve warm, drizzling the cider glaze over the top.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this dish?
The recipe is for Savory Pork Chops with Cider Vinegar Glaze.
How many Weight Watchers points does a serving have?
There are 3 Weight Watchers points per serving.
What type of pork is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless pork loin chops, each weighing 3 ounces.
What are the main ingredients for the glaze?
The glaze is made from low sodium chicken broth and cider vinegar.
How should the pork chops be seasoned?
Season both sides of the pork chops with ground pepper before cooking.
What heat setting should be used for the skillet?
Set the skillet over medium-high heat.
Do I need to use oil to cook the pork?
No, you should use a light coat of nonstick cooking spray in the skillet.
How long do the pork chops need to sear initially?
Cook the seasoned pork chops for approximately 3 minutes on each side to develop a brown crust.
What herbs are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses ground sage in the sauce and fresh flat-leaf parsley for garnishing.
How much chicken broth is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of low sodium chicken broth.
How much cider vinegar is used?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of cider vinegar.
How do you deglaze the pan?
Pour the chicken broth, cider vinegar, and sage into the hot skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.
What is the simmering time for the pork chops?
Simmer the pork chops in the sauce for about 5 to 7 minutes.
How many times should the pork be turned while simmering?
Turn the pork chops once during the simmering process.
How do I know when the sauce is ready?
The sauce is ready when it has slightly thickened and the pork is fully cooked.
What is the final step before serving?
Sprinkle the chops with freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley and drizzle the cider glaze over the top.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is described as a healthy and wholesome meal suitable for Weight Watchers.
What sides go well with these pork chops?
These pork chops can be served alongside your favorite vegetables or grains.
Is this a good recipe for a weeknight?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy weeknight recipe and simple meal.
What type of parsley should be used?
The recipe specifies using flat-leaf parsley.
How much parsley is needed?
One tablespoon of chopped flat-leaf parsley is used.
What is the amount of ground pepper used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper, or to taste.
How much sage is added to the sauce?
One pinch of ground sage is added to the skillet.
Does the recipe use high sodium broth?
No, it specifically calls for low sodium chicken broth.
How many pork chops are prepared in this recipe?
This recipe is designed for 4 pork chops.
Is this dish suitable for guests?
Yes, it is described as sophisticated enough for a gathering with friends.
What flavor profile does the glaze have?
The glaze is described as tangy and savory.
Should the skillet be hot before adding the pork?
Yes, wait until the skillet is hot before adding the seasoned pork chops.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
Based on the ingredients listed, there is no added sugar.
How is the glaze served?
The glaze is drizzled over the top of the warm pork chops.