Garlic Honey Pork Chops

Why Make This Recipe

Garlic Honey Pork Chops are a delicious dish that brings together sweet and savory flavors. This recipe is simple enough for a weeknight dinner but fancy enough for special occasions. The combination of garlic and honey creates a wonderful glaze that enhances the juicy pork chops. Plus, it only takes about 30 minutes to make, making it a perfect choice for busy cooks.

How to Make Garlic Honey Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 thick bone-in pork chops (or 4 thin chops)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vinegar (white, apple cider, or rice wine vinegar)
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

Directions

1. Pour the vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat on medium/high.
2. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
3. Add the pork chops to the hot skillet and sear for 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Lower the heat to low/medium. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about a minute.
5. Stir in the honey, water, vinegar, and optional crushed red pepper, allowing the sauce to thicken for a few minutes.
6. Return the chops to the pan, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes while basting with the sauce. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
7. Let the pork chops rest for 3 minutes before slicing.
8. Serve the sliced chops over rice, drizzled with the remaining sauce, and garnish with parsley and additional crushed red pepper if desired.

How to Serve Garlic Honey Pork Chops

Serve these pork chops over a bed of fluffy rice or with your favorite side dishes like steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes. You can drizzle extra glaze over the top to enhance the flavor. Garnishing with fresh parsley adds a nice touch and makes the dish look even more appealing.

How to Store Garlic Honey Pork Chops

If you have leftovers, let the pork chops cool completely and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They will last for about 3-4 days. To reheat, you can warm them in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave until heated through.

Tips to Make Garlic Honey Pork Chops

• For extra flavor, let the pork chops marinate in salt, pepper, and garlic for about 30 minutes before cooking.
• Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork chops, ensuring they are cooked safely without being overdone.
• If you like a little spice, don’t skip the crushed red pepper; it adds a nice kick to the sauce!

Variation

You can customize this recipe by adding different herbs or spices. For instance, try adding fresh rosemary or thyme along with the garlic for more depth of flavor. You can also swap honey for maple syrup for a different sweet note.

FAQs

1. Can I use boneless pork chops for this recipe?
Yes, you can use boneless pork chops! Just be mindful of the cooking time, as they may cook faster than bone-in chops.

2. What can I serve with Garlic Honey Pork Chops?
These pork chops go well with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables. A simple salad also makes a great side.

3. How can I make this dish gluten-free?
This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but always double-check that the vinegar you use is gluten-free. Most apple cider and rice vinegar are safe.

4. Can I freeze the leftovers?
Yes, you can freeze the leftovers. Just make sure to store them in an airtight container. They will last in the freezer for about 2 months.

Garlic Honey Pork Chops

Garlic Honey Pork Chops are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions. This quick and easy dish features juicy pork chops glazed with a flavorful garlic and honey sauce.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Pork Chops

• 2 pieces thick bone-in pork chops (or 4 thin chops)

Glaze Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vinegar (white, apple cider, or rice wine vinegar)
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional) adds a nice kick to the sauce

Seasoning

• to taste salt and pepper

Method

 

Preparation

1. Pour the vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat on medium/high.
2. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
3. Add the pork chops to the hot skillet and sear for 3 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Making the Sauce

1. Lower the heat to low/medium. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for about a minute.
2. Stir in the honey, water, vinegar, and optional crushed red pepper, allowing the sauce to thicken for a few minutes.

Finishing the Pork Chops

1. Return the chops to the pan, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes while basting with the sauce. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
2. Let the pork chops rest for 3 minutes before slicing.
3. Serve the sliced chops over rice, drizzled with the remaining sauce, and garnish with parsley and additional crushed red pepper if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the pork chops marinate in salt, pepper, and garlic for about 30 minutes before cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking. You can customize the recipe with different herbs like rosemary or thyme, or swap honey for maple syrup for a different flavor.