INSTRUCTIONS
1
Dry pork chops with paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sauté garlic until softened. Remove and set aside.
3
Add lemon slices to the pan and lightly brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
4
Add pork chops and sear for approximately 5 minutes per side until they're golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 145°F. Remove pork from pan and wipe pan clean.
5
In a bowl, toss sliced peaches with brown sugar.
6
Return pan to medium heat and add butter. Once melted, add peaches and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken stock and thyme, letting simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Nestle pork chops into pan along with reserved lemon slices, garlic, and any accumulated juices. Drizzle with balsamic.