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This quick and flavorful skillet recipe brings tender boneless pork chops together with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce in just 15 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it’s easy, low-carb, and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or sautéed asparagus. With only 5 main ingredients, it’s a simple recipe that tastes gourmet!
Ingredients
For the Pork Chops:
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15 oz (425 g) center-cut boneless pork chops (about 3 chops)
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Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon chopped Italian parsley, for garnish
Honey Garlic Sauce:
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2 ½ tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons warm water
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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3 dashes cayenne pepper
Instructions
1. Season the Pork Chops
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine honey, warm water, salt, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper. Stir well and set aside.
3. Sear the Pork Chops
Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the pork chops in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
Push the pork chops to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining butter to the empty space. Once melted, sauté the garlic for about 10 seconds until lightly browned. Pour in the honey garlic sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and turns a rich amber color.
5. Combine and Serve
Spoon the sauce over the pork chops. Turn off the heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
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For extra flavor, let the pork chops rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking.
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Adjust the cayenne pepper for a spicier kick or omit for a milder version.
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Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables to soak up the delicious sauce.