Pork Chops with Balsamic Grape Sauce

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*Serves 4

Per Serving: Calories 188, Protein 19g, Total Fat 4g, Carbs 18g, Fiber 1g

Ingredients: 

  • 4 (5 to 6 ounce) bone-in pork loin chops, cut 3/4 inch thick

  • ¼ cup thinly sliced onion

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ¾ cup apple juice or apple cider

  • ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved

Instructions: 

  • Generously coat an extra-large nonstick skillet with cooking spray.

  • Heat the skillet over medium heat. Add chops to the hot skillet; cook for about 5 minutes or until browned on both sides, turning to brown evenly.

  • Remove the chops from the skillet. Add onion and garlic to the hot skillet; cook and stir for 2 minutes.

  • Add apple juice (or cider) and broth to the skillet. Bring to boiling; reduce heat.

  • Return the chops to the skillet. Simmer, covered, for about 4 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in centers of chops registers 145 degrees F.

  • Transfer the chops to a serving platter; cover with foil and keep warm.

  • Whisk together cornstarch, balsamic vinegar, and honey in a small bowl. Whisk the vinegar mixture into the juice mixture in the skillet; cook and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes or until thick and bubbly.

  • Stir in grapes; heat through. To serve, spoon the grape mixture over the chops.