Honey Garlic Glazed Pork Chops
🥩 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the pork chops:
4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the honey garlic glaze:
⅓ cup honey
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp water (if needed to thin)
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Pork
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
2️⃣ Sear
Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add pork chops and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Remove from pan and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Glaze
Lower heat to medium.
In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds (don’t burn).
Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Finish
Return pork chops to skillet.
Spoon glaze over chops.
Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the meat.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Mashed potatoes
Roasted vegetables
Steamed rice
Garlic green beans
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use bone-in pork chops?
Yes! Bone-in chops work great. Increase cook time by 1–2 minutes per side.
Q: How do I keep pork chops from drying out?
Don’t overcook (145°F is perfect).
Let them rest before slicing.
Use chops at least 1-inch thick.
Q: Can I bake instead of pan-sear?
Yes.
Sear first for flavor.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes.
Add glaze at the end and broil briefly.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Store in an airtight container up to 4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently to prevent drying.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Add:
Extra red pepper flakes
1 tsp sriracha
Or a pinch of cayenne
Q: Can I substitute the honey?
You can use:
Maple syrup
Brown sugar (dissolved in 1 tbsp water)
Flavor will change slightly.
🔥 Pro Tips
Deglaze pan with a splash of chicken broth for extra sauce.
Add 1 tbsp butter at the end for glossy finish.
Garnish with chopped parsley or sesame seeds.
