Description
Tender pork chops coated in a sticky, sweet-and-savory brown sugar garlic glaze, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, about 1-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place the pork chops in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the pork chops back to the skillet, spoon the glaze over them, and let them simmer for 5-7 minutes. Flip them halfway through to coat both sides.
- Check for doneness: The pork chops should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove from heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Let the glaze bubble and thicken naturally for the best results. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are cooked to perfection without drying out.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 28
Keywords: pork chops, brown sugar garlic, quick dinner, skillet recipe, weeknight meal