Brown Sugar Bourbon Pork Chops with Apple Pan Sauce and Scallion Mashed Potatoes

These brown sugar bourbon pork chops are a flavor-packed dinner that feels special but is easy enough for a weeknight. The pork chops are seasoned with a sweet-savory brown sugar bourbon blend, then pan-seared until golden and juicy. A quick apple pan sauce made with butter, stock and a touch of sugar adds a tangy-sweet finish that complements the pork perfectly.

On the side, creamy mashed potatoes get a fresh twist with sliced scallions and a dollop of sour cream, while roasted Brussels sprouts bring a crispy, nutty contrast. Everything comes together in about 35 minutes, making this a complete meal that’s sure to impress.

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Ingredients

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit AppleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Pork ChopsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

8 ounce Brussels SproutsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Chicken Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 teaspoon SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10.8 g Brown Sugar Bourbon SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to middle position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. Dice potatoes into ½-inch pieces. Place in a medium pot with enough salted water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Reserve ½ cup potato cooking liquid, then drain and return potatoes to pot. Keep covered off heat until ready to mash.
2. While potatoes cook, trim and halve Brussels sprouts lengthwise. Toss on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast on middle rack until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Meanwhile, halve, core and dice apple into ¼-inch pieces. Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens.
3. Pat pork dry with paper towels and season all over with Brown Sugar Bourbon Seasoning. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add pork and cook until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes per side. If pork begins to brown too quickly, reduce heat to medium. Turn off heat; transfer pork to a plate. Wipe out pan.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon butter (2 for 4 servings) and a drizzle of oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add apple and scallion whites; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, 4-6 minutes. Stir in stock concentrate, ½ cup water (¾ cup for 4) and ½ teaspoon sugar (1 teaspoon for 4). Cook until sauce has thickened and apple is tender, 5-7 minutes. In the last 2 minutes, return pork to pan until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off heat.
5. Mash potatoes until mostly smooth. Stir in scallion greens, sour cream, 1 tablespoon butter (2 for 4 servings) and a splash of reserved potato cooking liquid. Season with salt and pepper. Keep covered until ready to serve. If needed, add more reserved cooking liquid a splash at a time until smooth and creamy.
6. Divide pork, mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts between plates. Top pork with apple pan sauce and serve. Pork is fully cooked when internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different cut of pork?

Yes, boneless pork chops or pork tenderloin medallions work well. Adjust cooking time as needed to ensure they reach 145°F internally.

Can I substitute the sour cream in the mashed potatoes?

Yes, you can use plain Greek yogurt or buttermilk for a similar tangy flavor and creamy texture.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.