Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops
Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops pair juicy pork with a glossy, sweet-tart glaze of balsamic, honey, and fresh strawberries, lifted by aromatic thyme. The sauce reduces into a fruity, tangy coating that balances richness and adds a touch of elegance. Ideal for a spring or summer dinner when strawberries shine, it feels special yet cooks in one skillet.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 27 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 72 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 17
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir in balsamic vinegar and cook until it is bubbly and fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add sliced strawberries, honey, a pinch of salt, and fresh thyme sprigs, to taste, to the skillet. Stir and cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and the liquid thickens slightly, 5 to 8 minutes. Pour into a small bowl, remove the thyme sprigs, and set aside.
- 3
Wipe out the skillet, return it to the burner, add the remaining butter, and pour in olive oil.
- 4
Pat chops dry; season to taste with salt and pepper. When the butter stops bubbling, add the seasoned chops and cook until browned on each side, 1 to 3 minutes. Add the strawberry mixture to the skillet and turn each chop to coat with the liquid. Stack strawberries on top of each chop.
- 5
Simmer until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center of the chops reads 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), 6 to 10 minutes. Garnish with additional fresh thyme sprigs, if desired, and serve warm.
- Calories 470.41 kcal High 24%
- Protein 34.57 g Good Source 69%
- Carbohydrate 28.75 g 10%
- Total Fat 22.3 g High 29%
- Saturated Fat 9.08 g High 45%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 129.76 mg High 43%
- Sodium 108.76 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 2.29 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 23.11 g --
- Added Sugars 12.19 g High 24%
- Calcium 0.48 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 1.66 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 1.42 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 42.6 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Strawberries 🍓
About This Recipe
Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Boneless Loin Pork Chop, Butter, and Fresh Thyme. Each serving provides about 470.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Boneless Loin Pork Chop, Butter, Fresh Thyme, Honey. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 470.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops healthy?
- Strawberry Balsamic Pork Chops has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 470.41 calories and 34.57 g of protein, or 69% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 9.08 g (45% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 12.19 g (24% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Strawberries, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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