Quick and Easy Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe: Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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Posted October 3, 2023 by: Admin #Kitchen

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a speedy and straightforward pork chop recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. By using basic pantry staples, you can effortlessly elevate a humble pork chop into a mouthwatering, protein-packed meal that’s sure to satisfy the entire family.

While this recipe specifies boneless pork chops, you can certainly opt for bone-in pork chops as well. Additionally, these honey garlic pork chops can be prepared in the oven for a hassle-free dining experience!

Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Indulge in the sweet and sticky allure of honey garlic pork chops, ready to savor in just 20 minutes! Whether you favor boneless or bone-in pork chops, this recipe has you covered.

Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 pinch teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt
Pepper

Instructions

In a small bowl, blend together minced garlic, honey, red wine vinegar, water, and cayenne pepper (if desired). If the honey is too thick, you can microwave the mixture for 15-30 seconds. Set it aside.
Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Generously season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until they achieve a golden brown hue. After cooking, transfer the pork chops from the pan and set them aside.
Introduce butter to the pan, allowing it to melt. Use a spoon or spatula to scrape up any flavorful bits from the pan’s bottom.
Combine the garlic and honey mixture with the melted butter and pork juices in the pan. Continue cooking while stirring frequently with a spoon or spatula for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. It’s ready when the spoon or spatula leaves a distinct trail behind it. (If the sauce sticks too much, add an extra tablespoon of water.)
Once the sauce has thickened, return the pork chops to the pan, ensuring they are thoroughly coated with the sauce.
These delectable pork chops can be served immediately or refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.