Brown Sugar Glazed Pork

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Brown Sugar Glazed Pork recipe, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors! Juicy pork chops are beautifully seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a rich glaze made with brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of butter for a glossy finish. In just 30 minutes, this easy skillet dish delivers bold, caramelized flavors that pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting guests or looking for a quick family meal, this recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir well and heat until the mixture begins to simmer, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the butter to the skillet and stir until it melts and the glaze is smooth.

Step 5

Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the brown sugar glaze over the top of each chop. Cover the skillet and let the chops cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C). Spoon more glaze over the pork chops occasionally as they cook.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 3-5 minutes.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	898.4 grams (898.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1707

Total Fat 96.20g	123%
Saturated Fat 31.40g	157%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 331mg	110%
Sodium 3820mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 76.80g	28%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 70.60g
Protein 115.80g	232%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1723mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 18.8%