Skillet Balsamic Peach Pork Chops with Feta and Basil.
Skillet Balsamic Peach Pork Chops with Feta and Basil. Summer in a skillet and SO GOOD. These pork chops are pan seared and cooked with balsamic vinegar and fresh peaches to create the perfect sweet and savory combo. Best part? This skillet dinner is made with less than 10 ingredients and is ready in under 30 minutes. Yes, please!
Welcome back to yet another super simple Thursday!
Hoping you guys are loving these quick and easy summer recipes as much as I am. If you’re anything like me right now, you’re all about an easy recipe that takes almost zero time to prepare and uses very minimal ingredients. Pretty sure I’ve mentioned this before, but I go through phases of wanting/needing to cook simple. Followed by phases of wanting to spend hours in the kitchen with the stove running…
Of course, the hours in the kitchen with the stove running phase normally kicks in some time in the fall, so my phases probably run with the seasons. Point is I’m all about super simple right now and today’s recipe could not get any simpler.
In the summertime, there’s nothing I love more than a fresh peach, they’re easily one of my favorite fruits. And while most people love baking with peaches, I love to cook with them as well. These pork chops are a combo of savory and sweet. They’re cooked in a balsamic sauce that reduces down to a glaze, which balances out the sweet peaches perfectly. The pork chops are then finished off in the oven, allowing for a nice char on the peaches. Then just top the dish off with feta cheese and fresh basil.
So good, right?
I’m not going to lie, pork chops are not my usual thing to cook. I’m much more about a veggie filled meal or a skillet chicken dinner. But every so often I’ll do a seared pork chop, and this peach pork chop recipe has been a favorite recipe of mine for the last two years.
We love this recipe over here.
And yes, I did say two years. Meaning I have held out on sharing this recipe for two whole years now.
Well, kind of sort of. These pork chops were actually a recipe that I included inside the Half Baked Harvest Cookbook bonus recipe packet for all those who pre-ordered.
If I hadn’t developed this recipe after completing testing all the recipes for the HBH Cookbook, I would have included it in the books itself. These are just that good. Since they didn’t make the book cut because I simply ran out of time, I decided to include them in the digital bonus packet.
Sooo, long story short, some of you may recognize this recipe from the bonus packet. But for many of you, this is a totally new recipe and I am so exited to be finally sharing it here on the blog today.
Also, a note about putting a cookbook together? It’s a hard process, but I think the hardest process is having to wait so long to share all the recipes with everyone!! One of my favorite things about the blog is that we chat daily, and I’m able to share the recipes that are exciting me in that moment.
Having to wait two years to share was so hard, I honestly do not know how I did it.
Kind of a random note, but thought I would share a little inside scoop into the process of creating a cookbook!
Back to these peachy pork chops and all the DETAILS.
For starters, find yourself a good skillet. I recommend reading this post and then maybe investing in my favorite skillet, the one I use every single day…and also the one I use to make these pork chops.
Now, you have your skillet, so lets use it.
You’ll need some pork chops and some really good summer peaches. I like to use thick cut bone-in pork chops and peaches that are firm to the touch, but with a little give to them. They should smell extra sweet and peachy.
Sear the pork chops in your skillet, along with a little balsamic vinegar , honey, and fresh oregano, and simmer until the chops are cooked. Now add the peaches and transfer the skillet to the oven for some time under the broiler. Just a couple of minutes is all you need to give the chops and the peaches a little char.
Remove from the oven and finish the dish with feta cheese and plenty of fresh basil.
It’s as fast, simple, and easy as that!
Super simple Thursday night dinner for the win. Now, who’s making peach pork chops tonight!?
If you make these balsamic peach pork chops, please be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love hearing from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every one of you. Oh, and of course, if you do make this quick recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram so I can see! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
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Skillet Balsamic Peach Pork Chops with Feta and Basil
By halfbakedharvest
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pork and balsamic, quick dinner, skillet dinner
Summer in a skillet and SO GOOD. These pork chops are pan seared and cooked with balsamic vinegar and fresh peaches to create the perfect sweet and savory combo. Best part? This skillet dinner is made with less than 10 ingredients and is ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 bone-in pork chops
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or thyme leaves
- 2 peaches, sliced
- 6 ounces feta cheese, cubed or crumbled
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
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1. Preheat the broiler to high.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Season the pork chops all over with kosher salt and pepper. Add the olive oil to the skillet, when the oil shimmers, add the pork and sear on both sides for 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, and oregano. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, pour the balsamic sauce over the pork chops. Remove from the heat and add the peaches. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil for 4-5 minutes or until the peaches are lightly charred. If the balsamic sauce starts getting too thick, add ¼ cup of water to keep it saucy.
4. Remove from the oven and top with feta, fresh basil, and chili flakes. Serve the pork with the peaches and balsamic sauce from the pan. Enjoy!
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wow, i like to eat these dishes. thank you for sharing
Thank you so much!
I’ve made this from the bonus pack and love it. Great with rice pilaf. Thanks
Thank you Joyce!
Hi! Do you have a recommended thickness for the pork chop? My grocer does anything from .5-1.5 in. Thanks!
I like to use 3/4 inch thick pork chops. Please let me know if you have other questions. Glad you love this recipe! Thanks! 🙂
I’m also wondering about thickness and weight of the pork chops. This looks delicious and I definitely want to try it. The leaches are so delicious right now it’s perfect timing.
Hi there! I like to use pork chops that are about 3/4 an inch thick, the weight will vary depending on the size of the bone, but it’s about 1/2 pound per chop. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! x Tieghan
I’m also wondering about weight and thickness of the pork chops. I can’t wait to try this. Thanks .
I read this post and the post where you spelled out your entire collection. Loved the info but still have one question – what do you use to cook your eggs? If I want to make a fried egg, should I use cast iron? Won’t my egg stick and break? Thanks for any advice!
Hi Suzanne! I would still recommend cast iron for eggs and that is what I use. I just add a little olive oil so the egg does not stick! I hope this helps but please let me know if you have any other questions!
My husband said it was the best pork chop he ever had in his life! Simple, quick and delicious recipe. Perfect summer meal, thank you 🙂
Thank you so much Abigail! I am so glad you loved this!
Made the balsamic peach pork chop dish while camping at Saratoga beach in BC. Grilled the peaches as too hot to turn on the broiler. Excellent non tricky dish. A wow factor in in the camping resort!
Thank you Colleen! I am so glad you enjoyed this! Also, hope you had a great time camping!
I made this dish tonight, and finished it with a yummy, thick, white balsamic vinegar from my local farmer’s market (the inspiration for seeking out this recipe)- my guy said it’s the best thing I’ve made!! Thanks for the recipe, definitely a flavorful favorite.
Thank you so much Lacey! I am so glad you loved this!
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This was an amazing, incredible tasty meal served over Jasmine brown rice. I can’t wait to make this for my parents who are visiting next week. I was not sure how the peaches and balsamic vinegar was going to work out but the flavor contrast was fantastic.
Thank you so much Michael! I am so glad you loved this and I hope your parents love this dish just as much!
Hi! First things first- I just got my HBH book in the mail the other day and i am OBSESSED. Question for this recipe: In the number 3 section of instructions, you say to “remove from heat,” are you talking about the skillet as a whole to give it some time to cool down or just specifically the pork chops? Thanks!
Hey Kelsey! I mean to remove the entire skillet from the heat, then add the peaches, and transfer to the oven. So sorry if that was confusing. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! x Tieghan
PS!!!! SO thrilled you are enjoying the cookbook!
This was lovely. Fantastic flavour combinations.
Oh. My. Gosh. TIEGHAN!!!! This recipe is amazing. I made the browned butter peach cinnamon Dutch baby for breakfast and this recipe for dinner. I absolutely love your season recipes. You are spot on with when everything comes in season. This recipe was so easy. And so delicious!!!! Everyone thinks I’m such a talented home cooker, but really, it’s just your awesome recipes. Thanks for making me look good! Tagged you on insta. And mostly, than you for the terrific, easy, seasonal recipes.
Thank you so much Anastasia! I am so glad you loved this recipe and hope you love others on my site!
What did you serve with them?
I like serving these with a side of quinoa, rice, or roosted potatoes. I also love a veggie like broccoli or zucchini! A salad would be great too! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! x Tieghan
I love your blog and recipes! Thanks for making our meals so much healthier and really delicious.
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Thank you so much Linda! I am so glad you like this and I hope you love the recipes on my blog!
I did not have enough honey so I used pure maple syrup. And, my peaches were rock hard so I substituted nectarines. It was wonderful!!!!! I will try with honey and peaches next time.
I am so glad you loved this Ann! Thank you so much!
Made this tonight! It was delicious although I didn’t have feta (which I normally always have). I’m sure it would have made a huge difference in the flavour profile, but fresh mozzarella was a good substitute. Next time, feta for sure! I’ll tag you on Instagram 😉
Thank you so much Michelle! I am so glad you loved this!
Just made it ! Fabulous but when do you add the chilli flakes? They are listed as ingredients but not told when to use.
HI! I like to add the chili flakes just before serving. recipe is updates. Please let me know if you have any other questions. So glad you love this recipe. Thanks so much! x Tieghan
I love balsamic vinegar and feta…and the addition of peaches with the savory sounds delicious! Can’t wait to make this 🙂
Thank you so much Brittany!
This was fabulous! I used a couple of pork loin eye steaks. I had a raspberry chipotle rub that I lightly dusted the pork with (rather than using the red pepper flakes), and opted for the cinnamon peach balsamic I had on hand. We’ll be doing this again!
I am so glad you enjoyed this! Thank you Susan!
Made this for dinner tonight!! It makes for such a pretty plate of food! Love how all of it is done it one skilletbfirban easy cleanup. The pork chops were so tendered and it was a great recipe to use up all of my freshly picked peaches. The only thing I forgot was I forgot the red chili flakes. I didn’t see it in the directions. I think if I would of remembered that it would of cut down the sweetness but overall loved the recipe and will make again! Thanks
Thank you so much Andrea! I am so glad you liked this and hope you love other recipes on my blog as well!
Delicious recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Jenny!
Do you have to have cast iron? Can you do in pan and transfer to another baking dish?
Hey Amy! Yes, you can sear in a pan and then transfer to a baking dish to finish cooking. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! x Tieghan
Wonderful recipe. Peaches are great around here this year and that dish is so pretty when done too. Thank you
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed this!
Made this for dinner tonight , it was delicious
Thank you Lillian!
Made this last night for dinner and it was DELICIOUS! My husband said it was his favorite thing I have ever made. I will definitely be adding this to my list of go-to recipes. Thank you!
Love that! And I am so glad you both enjoyed this Andra! Thank you!
OH MY GOSH!!!! This pork chop peach recipe is to die for!!! So simple. Used friends as guinea pigs tonight and it was a huge hit. This is a KEEPER! Served with rice pilaf and a salad and it was a perfect meal.
I am so glad you all enjoyed this! Thank you Barb!
Hi Tieghan! I’m getting ready to make this recipe this weekend and am super excited about it. Quick question – it says to cook the pork chops until they’re done…but then to also transfer into the oven to broil? Wouldn’t they get overcooked then? Or just the sauce and peaces are broiled? Thanks so much!!
HI! You are just broiling for 1-2 minutes to brown the peaches on top of the pork. The pork does not get overcooked this way. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! xTieghan
I had this eleven years ago during my rehearsal dinner. Your recipe brought me right back there! Thank you for sharing it! It was Marvelous!!!
I am so glad it could remind you of that! Thank you so much Jean!
Never ate pork chops before trying this. Now a weekly favourite?
I am so glad you love this recipe, Rob! Thank you!
Outstanding. Thanks for sharing! I had to do a couple things differently. 1) I didn’t have fresh peaches since it is currently winter here in Maine. I used Dole Peaches in a jar and they worked just fine. 2) I didn’t have fresh oregano so I used dry oregano. This also worked just fine.
I will be excited to use all the proper ingredients this summer when peaches are in season. All the ingredients married together to make these pork chops super duper favorable! I will be adding this to my recipe folder no questions asked!
Hi Jacob! I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you!
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Do you think you could make this with frozen peaches? Or is there a more seasonal fruit for this time of year that you would recommend replacing the peaches with? Looks delicious!
Hey Nicky! Frozen peaches will be so good! You dont need to thaw, just use as directed! You could also use apples! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
The balsamic honey put a super finish on this
Love these recepies. I am a pork fan but try to limit. Just learning Mediterranean cooking. Mostly saucing. Your sauces on meats I’d enjoy. I am a senior of 80 yrs so want to limit cooking, cleaning & shopping time. Love meat but decreasing & increasing vegs & salads.
Sounds so good! I hope you love this recipe, Ellin, when you get a chance to try it! I hope you also have an amazing week! xTieghan
I just made these and they are the best pork chops ever! My husband loved them, I will be making them again soon! Thanks for the recipe!
So amazing! Thank you so much Anita! xTieghan
Made this tonight, it was fantastic.
Thank you Jessica! xTieghan
This was very easy and super yummy. I skipped browning the peaches under the broiler and just let them cook in the pan for a few minutes. I was out of honey and subbed in maple syrup. It was great!
Thank you so much Michelle! So glad you loved this recipe! xTieghan
you call for fresh oregano in the recipe yet you picture fresh thyme.
?
Hey Heidi, you can use oregano or thyme. Whatever you prefer works wonderfully. I just simply topped with fresh thyme. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
I have some lovely pork tenderloin in the fridge. Would I be able to adapt this recipe?
HI there! I am not sure exactly of the cooking times, but I would recommend cutting the pork tenderloin into smaller portions and then using as I have directed. I think this way they will cook up in a similar time. Let me know how it turns out! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
This is my husband’s favorite. We can’t get fresh peaches right now so we have been using star fruit instead. Haven’t had to change any other part/cooking time. Thank you!
Awh that is so amazing! I am so glad you have been loving this Janele! xTieghan
Delicious! The peaches are so good in this dish
Thank you! I am so glad you loved this Janie! xTieghan
Your recipes have been so delightful for our family and extended family 🙂 I had a question about this one, could I use bone-in chicken breasts instead of pork as we are not pork eaters? Everything else about it sounds so delightful and I would love to try to adapt it!
HI!!! Bone in breast will be delicious. Great idea!! I would imagine the cooking times will be similar. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and thank you for all the kind words!! xTieghan
We were gifted some beautiful pork chops from #snakeriverfarms and since it has been awhile since I have cooked a pork chop, I naturally turned to your website for a good recipe. These skillet balsamic peach pork chops with feta and basil caught my eye and they did not disappoint. With fresh peaches and a syrupy balsamic vinegar, the dish was amazing down to the last bite! My husband commented several times how much he enjoyed it. It will definitely become part of the regular menu in our home. Thank you for sharing. Your recipes are always our favorites!
I am so glad you tried this one and it turned out so well for you, Lori! Thank you so much! xTieghan
Bought fresh peaches at the orchard todayy and wanted to cook with them. This recipe caught my eye. Was skeptical about the feta cheese & basil part but followed recipe. Used thick boneless pork tenderloin chops wrapped in bacon. Delish! Will definitely make it again!
Love to hear that! Thank you so much Deidre! xTieghan
Made this last night, and accompanied it with wild rice, Brussels sprouts, and a Greek salad.
The combination of flavors is a great one. The peaches and fresh basil–and I used oregano–along with the balsamic vinegar with amazing. This is one of those great recipes where the flavors compliment each other and enhance each other subtly, with an unforgettable result. So much fun to find a new recipe that’s now a fallback standby.
I am so glad you loved this Darby! Thank you so much for trying it! xTieghan
I am always looking for and doing different recipes. I I made the pork chops and peaches. My family loved it to the point of asking me to make it the next day. What I love most about your recipes is the flavors you put together along with the fact that most of the time I have all the ingredients. Do yourself a favor and and enjoy making recipes from this site!!
You are too sweet! I am so glad this turned out so well for you, Carolyn! xTieghan
Have you heard of this being adapted for the BBQ?
Hey Nicole,
I haven’t tried this on the grill but it certainly could work! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
I love this recipe- I have pork tenderloin-how can I make this recipe work with this ? Ideas ?
thank you
Hey Darlene,
I am so glad you have been enjoying this recipe! Depending on how thick your pork tenderloin is I would follow the recipe as is, if it is on the thicker side add 5-8 minutes to the cooking time. I hope this helps! xTieghan
Amazing dish ….. now one of our favorites when fresh peaches are in season – thank you for your creativity 🙂
Thank you Darlene!! I am so glad this turned out so well for you! xTieghan
This recipe was quick and easy to put together and delicious!
Thank you Sharon! xTieghan
Oh wow! This is so deliciously good and simple to make. Five stars for sure.
Note: If you want to prepare this sometime, but don’t have any fresh herbs on hand, do it anyway. I just substituted the fresh thyme with 1 tsp dried thyme and skipped the basil (although fresh herbs would certainly look and taste divine).
Thank you so much Adrienne! I am really glad this turned out so well for you! xTieghan
Absolutely beautiful and delicious. I made this for company and they raved! It tasted like a fine restaurant dinner. I made cous-cous and asparagus for the sides. A definite keeper!
Thank you so much Rosanne!! xTieghan
I’m not a big pork fan, but these were soooooooo delicious! My family couldn’t get enough, and they are SUPER easy and quick!
Yes love that!! I am really glad this turned out so well for you, Lori! Thank you!! xTieghan
Hey Teaghan,
I just wanted to let you know- I found a copy cat recipe of
This recipe while I was searching for it on Pinterest. I am also a blogger and know the work that goes into creating a recipe and it’s a shame that people steal the work! http://www.lemonandmocha.com/2019/07/10/skillet-balsamic-peach-pork-chops-with-feta-and-basil/
Aw it is a bummer! Thank you so much for letting me know, though! I appreciate it! xTieghan
Hi! In step two, it says to sear on both sides for 3-4 minutes. Is that 3-4 minutes each side? Or 1-2 each/ 3-4 total? Thanks! This looks great, am looking forward to trying it,
Hey Amy,
You want to sear the pork chops on both side for 3-4 minutes each side. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
I know this recipe is a couple years old, but I just made it for the first time and it was FIRE 🔥! Even my pickiest eater ate his whole plate! A great way to use the last of my peaches from The Peach Truck. Nice work!
Yes!! Love to hear that this turned out so well for you all! Thank you Casey! xTieghan
Just made this again… Maybe the 5th or 6th time… Still fabulous!
I am so happy to hear that! Thank you Janie! xTieghan
Obviously fresh peaches is the best option but if I wanted to make this in the winter do you think the recipe would still work out with frozen peaches? Thanks!
Hey Alison,
Yes I think that would be fine to do! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions. Happy Holidays! xTieghan
I tried this recipe last night. I added some chilli flakes for a bit more punch. Yum – what a sauce! It was sticky, caramelly and punchy. The pork came out beautifully. We both ran our fingers over the plates to get the last of the sauce. Thanks heaps.
Hey Kevin,
I so appreciate you giving the recipe a try, I am thrilled it was enjoyed! xTieghan
Made this tonight with boneless chops and substituted grapefruit slices for the peaches and goat cheese for the feta. Wasn’t sure if it would turn out with the substitutes but it was so yummy! Worked well as a winter substitute; def going to try peaches and feta this summer. If you’re using boneless chops you’ll want to shorten the cooking time a bit. I did a few minutes less than directed and they were still a little tough.
We served it up with polenta and asparagus. Such a gorgeous dish and so quick for a healthy weeknight meal. Thanks Tieghan!
Hey Abbie,
I am so thrilled this recipe was a hit, thanks a lot for giving it a try!! xTieghan
One of the easiest recipes I’ve done in awhile. Just a few chops, just a few ingredients, and this came together really fast. The flavors were so fresh and delicious. My husband went back for seconds. The feta and basil really compliment the peaches! Looking forward to doing this when peaches are in season and even tastier!
Hey Madeline,
I am thrilled this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for giving it a try! 🌷xTieghan