Craving a dish that’s both sweet and savory? These honey garlic pork chops hit the spot perfectly. They’re juicy, tender, and coated in a delightful sticky glaze that will make your taste buds dance. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe showcases how simple ingredients can create amazing flavors in no time.
Imagine biting into a perfectly seared pork chop, where the rich flavor of the meat meets the sweetness of honey and the aromatic punch of garlic. This dish is not just another protein option; it’s a celebration of flavor that pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables.
Delicious Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe
These honey garlic pork chops are marinated to perfection, then pan-seared to achieve a gorgeous golden crust. The result is a mouthwatering dish that balances sweet and savory, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops, bone-in or boneless
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Pork: Place the pork chops in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Sear the Chops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove pork chops from the marinade (reserve marinade) and sear them in the hot skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the Glaze: Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet, bringing it to a simmer. Allow it to cook for a few minutes until it thickens and coats the pork chops.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pork chops from the skillet and drizzle with the thickened glaze. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired, and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 24g