Honey Garlic Butter Pork Chops
Juicy, caramelized bone-in pork chops pan-seared with a glossy 5-ingredient honey garlic butter glaze in just 15 minutes.
In a nutshell: This authentic american honey garlic butter pork chops comes together in just 17 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret is to Pull pork chops off the heat when internal temp reads 140°F (60°C); carryover cooking will. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
These Honey Garlic Butter Pork Chops are tender, juicy, and coated in a glossy, sticky garlic glaze that caramelizes directly in the skillet. With a quick sear to lock in natural juices and a fast pan sauce of pure honey, soy sauce, and melted butter, dinner is on the table in under 20 minutes.
Key Equipment
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- Cast iron skillet
- Meat thermometer
- Tongs
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Don't overcook pork: Pull pork chops off the heat when internal temp reads 140°F (60°C); carryover cooking will bring them to a perfectly juicy 145°F.
- Use bone-in chops: Bone-in center-cut pork chops retain significantly more moisture and flavor than boneless cuts.
- Baste continuously: Spoon bubbling honey garlic butter over the chops during the last 2 minutes of cooking for maximum caramelization.
Ingredients
4
servings
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4 chops (about 1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops, room temperature, patted dry
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1 tbsp olive oil, for high heat searing
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
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6 cloves garlic, finely minced
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⅓ cup pure honey, raw clover or wildflower
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2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, or tamari for umami balance
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, adds pleasant tang to cut sweetness
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2 sprigs fresh thyme, for herbal aroma
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1 tsp kosher salt and cracked black pepper, to season chops
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Season Pork
Pat pork chops completely dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
Sear to Golden
Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until deeply caramelized. Flip and sear 3 minutes on second side.
Make Honey Garlic Glaze
Reduce heat to medium. Push chops slightly to one side. Add remaining 3 tbsp butter, minced garlic, and thyme sprigs. Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
Caramelize Glaze
Pour in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk sauce as it bubbles into a sticky, glossy reduction.
Baste & Rest
Tilt skillet and spoon bubbling sauce continuously over the pork chops for 2 minutes until internal temp reaches 145°F. Remove from heat and rest 5 minutes before serving.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes! Boneless chops cook slightly faster, around 3-4 minutes per side depending on thickness.
Sear chops for 2 minutes per side in an oven-safe skillet, pour glaze over, and finish in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 6-8 minutes.
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