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

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

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

Pour the vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat on medium/high.
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
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

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

Finishing the Pork Chops

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.
Let the pork chops rest for 3 minutes before slicing.
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.