Description
A quick and easy recipe for pork chops with a sticky honey-garlic glaze that balances sweetness with tangy apple cider vinegar and a hint of cayenne.
Ingredients
- 15 oz (425 g) center-cut boneless pork chops (about 3 chops)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 dashes cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chopped Italian parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, warm water, salt, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat and add vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
- Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3–4 minutes without moving them to form a crust.
- Flip the chops and sear the other side for another 3–4 minutes.
- Push the chops to one side of the skillet and melt the remaining butter on the empty side.
- Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour the honey sauce into the skillet, spooning it over the chops and stirring briefly until thickened, about 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, transfer chops to a plate, and spoon any pan sauce over them. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use olive oil instead of vegetable oil if preferred, and you can substitute maple syrup for honey for a different flavor profile. Adjust cayenne according to spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American