🍯 Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Tender pork chops glazed with a sticky honey garlic sauce — sweet, savory, and just a bit tangy. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
📝 Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional, for thicker sauce)
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
🔥 Instructions:
- Prep Pork Chops
Pat dry the pork chops with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. - Sear
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside. - Make Honey Garlic Sauce
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer for 1–2 minutes. - Thicken (Optional)
If a thicker glaze is desired, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl and stir into the sauce. Simmer for another minute until thickened. - Combine & Glaze
Return pork chops to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the chops and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the chops are fully cooked and glazed. - Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with parsley or green onions. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed veggies.
📌 Notes:
- Bone-in chops retain more moisture and flavor but boneless work great too.
- You can use maple syrup as a honey substitute for a different flavor profile.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sauce.
💡 Tips:
- Let pork chops sit at room temp for 15 minutes before cooking for even searing.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan — sear in batches if necessary.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temp hits 145°F (63°C) for safe, juicy pork.
🍽️ Servings:
Serves 4
🧮 Nutritional Info (per serving):
- Calories: ~280 kcal
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fat: 14g
- Sugars: 10g
- Sodium: 430mg
(Values vary based on ingredients used)
✅ Benefits:
- High Protein: Great for muscle maintenance and energy.
- Quick Cooking: Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples you probably already have.
- Balanced Flavor: Sweet, salty, and garlicky—hard to resist!
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I grill the pork chops instead?
A: Absolutely! Grill the chops first, then brush with the heated honey garlic sauce before serving.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes. Prepare the sauce separately and reheat gently with the chops before serving to maintain tenderness.
Q: What sides go best?
A: Try with roasted potatoes, garlic green beans, or a crisp side salad for contrast.