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Savory Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe with Easy Glazed Pan Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe featuring juicy pork chops with a sticky-sweet honey garlic glaze and a rich, glossy pan sauce that clings to every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 6–8 ounces each)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey (preferably mild like clover honey)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
  • Optional: fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat 4 pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Place a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the pork chops to the pan. Sear without moving for 4-5 minutes until a deep golden crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for another 4 minutes. For thick chops, reduce heat slightly and cover loosely with foil to finish cooking for 3-5 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  4. Transfer pork chops to a plate tented with foil to rest while making the glaze.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  6. Pour in ½ cup chicken broth or water. Scrape up browned bits from the pan bottom with a wooden spoon.
  7. Add 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until thickened to a syrupy glaze that coats the back of a spoon.
  8. Return pork chops to the pan and spoon glaze over them. Warm through for 1-2 minutes, turning once to coat evenly.
  9. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a pinch of salt or red pepper flakes for heat if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat pork chops dry before searing for a better crust. Stir garlic constantly to avoid burning. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. Rest pork chops after cooking to keep them juicy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145°F (63°C).

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