Honey Garlic Pork Chops

5 from 4 votes

Honey Garlic Pork Chops are perfectly seasoned, seared to perfection and glazed with a mouthwatering honey garlic sauce. This deliciously simple pork chop recipe delivers a perfect blend of flavors in under 30 minutes.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword honey garlic pork chops, pork chop recipe, pork chop recipes

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Servings

Calories 475kcal

Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

1 to 1½ pounds boneless center cut pork chops about ½ inch to ¾ inch thick
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
½ teaspoon ground sage
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
⅓ cup honey
3 tablespoons apple juice chicken stock, white wine or water can also be used
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce

Optional Garnish

parsley fresh, minced

Instructions

Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel. Combine salt, pepper and sage in a small bowl and then sprinkle evenly on both sides of the pork chops. Gently rub the seasoning into the chops.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork chops and cook on both sides until golden brown on both sides, about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Pork chops internal temperature should be between 130°F and 135°F. (The chops will be cooked a more later).
Remove the chops to a cutting board or plate and cover with foil.
Add butter and remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring continuously, or until fragrant.
Stir in the honey, apple juice (or chicken stock or water if using) and soy sauce, making sure to scrape all the bits off the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened.
Add the pork chops back to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the chops. Continue heating, basting with the sauce frequently, until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
To crisp up the edges of the chops, place under the broiler for 1 to 3 minutes.
Allow the pork chops to rest for at least 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and spoon extra sauce over the top of the chops - it's amazing! Enjoy!

Notes

Storage Information

The Honey Garlic Pork Chops are best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To freeze, place in a freezer safe container or ziploc bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in microwave at 50% power until heated through. Texture will change.

The honey garlic sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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