Hearty American Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Apple Cabbage Slaw

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 cup bourbon
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 2 units Granny Smith apples, julienned
• 1 cup carrot, grated
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Method

1. 01
   In a small bowl, mix the bourbon, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, black pepper, and salt to create the glaze.
2. 02
   Place the pork chops in a resealable plastic bag and pour half of the glaze over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
3. 03
   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. 04
   Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and sear them in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
5. 05
   Pour the remaining glaze over the pork chops and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the pork chops are cooked through.
6. 06
   While the pork chops are baking, prepare the slaw by combining the green cabbage, red cabbage, apples, and carrot in a large bowl.
7. 07
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour this dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine.
8. 08
   Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve with the apple cabbage slaw on the side.