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Sticky Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Pan-seared pork chops glazed with a quick honey-soy-garlic sauce that's sticky, garlicky, and ready in under 20 minutes. One skillet, four ingredients, pure weeknight magic.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
32g
Sticky Honey Garlic Pork Chops
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat pork chops dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add 1 tbsp oil.

  3. Step 3

    Sear each pork chop 4 minutes per side without moving until golden brown and cooked through.

  4. Step 4

    Push chops to the skillet edge, then add minced garlic to the center and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in honey and soy sauce, tilt the skillet to coat the chops, and cook 2 minutes until glossy and caramelized.

  6. Step 6

    Plate chops and drizzle with the pan sauce immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet (cast iron or stainless steel)
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • spatula or wooden spoon

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