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Honey Garlic Glazed Pork Chops

Honey garlic glazed pork chops are seared in a 12-inch skillet, then coated in a buttery honey-soy glaze. The chops finish cooking until they reach 145°F, with a short rest to keep them juicy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting 3 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless pork chops 1 inch thick (about 6 to 8 ounces each)
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat the pork chops dry.
  2. Season both sides of the chops with the salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side, then transfer them to a plate.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the butter in the skillet.
  6. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring until fragrant.
  7. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and vinegar, and simmer for 1 minute, stirring until the glaze is combined.
  8. Return the chops and any accumulated juices to the skillet.
  9. Turn and baste the chops in the glaze for 2 to 5 minutes, until the thickest part of each chop reaches 145°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  10. Transfer the chops to a plate and let them rest for 3 minutes before serving with the glaze.

Notes

For juicy chops, check the thickest part with an instant-read thermometer and remove them when they reach 145°F. Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 4 days; freezer storage is suitable. For a gluten-free swap, use gluten-free tamari in place of the soy sauce.