Looking for a delicious weeknight dinner that’s both impressive and easy to make? These Honey Garlic Pork Chops are exactly what you need. With a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, these juicy pork chops are coated in a sticky, glossy sauce that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. I’ve perfected this recipe to ensure you get restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. This helps achieve a better sear.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and oregano. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add pork chops to the hot pan and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter to the pan and let it melt.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the pork chops and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Baste the pork chops with the sauce occasionally as they finish cooking.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Cook Time and Serving Size
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Recipe Notes
For the best results, remember these important tips:
- Bring your pork chops to room temperature about 20 minutes before cooking for more even cooking.
- Don’t move the pork chops while they’re searing – this ensures a proper golden crust.
- If your sauce gets too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to thin it out.
- For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to the sauce mixture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- These pork chops pair perfectly with rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.
The key to perfectly cooked pork chops is not overcooking them. They should still have a slight blush of pink in the center when done. Feel free to adjust the honey and garlic quantities to suit your taste preferences – some like it sweeter, others prefer more garlic punch!
Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops about 1-inch thick
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. This helps achieve a better sear.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and oregano. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add pork chops to the hot pan and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter to the pan and let it melt.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the pork chops and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Baste the pork chops with the sauce occasionally as they finish cooking.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
