Beer Braised Pork Chops

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Beer braised pork chops, simmered with broth and herbs for a hearty dish, is perfect served with seasonal vegetables. Grill or Barbeque to finish (optional).

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops
  • 1 small onion (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup brown ale beer
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
  • salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

    1. Pat dry and season both sides of the chops with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika.
    2. Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    3. Sear pork chops for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
    4. Remove and set aside.
    5. In the same pan, add sliced onion and cook until softened.
    6. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
    7. Pour in brown ale, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
    8. Add chicken broth, mustard, brown sugar (if using), and thyme.
    9. Stir and bring to a simmer.
    10. Place pork chops back into the pan.
    11. Spoon sauce over them.
    12. Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes, until pork is cooked through and tender.
    13. Remove chops to grill, BBQ as an alternative.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Mashed potatoes 🥔
  • Rice or buttered noodles 🍝
  • Roasted vegetables 🥦

💡 Tips

Use a good-quality dark ale for deeper flavor
Add mushrooms for an earthy twist 
A splash of cream at the end makes the sauce extra rich