Honey Pecan Glazed Pork Chops

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Honey Pecan Glazed Pork Chops—a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors that will wow your taste buds. Tender, juicy boneless pork chops are seared to golden perfection and then bathed in a luscious glaze made with rich honey, tangy apple cider vinegar, and aromatic garlic, all brought together by a buttery finish. The toasted pecans add a delightful crunch that takes this dish to gourmet levels while remaining easy enough to prepare in just 30 minutes. Serve these flavorful chops with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that’s as impressive as it is simple. Perfect for date nights, family dinners, or special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.33 cup honey
• 0.5 cup toasted pecans
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove the chops and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt.

Step 5

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add honey, apple cider vinegar, and toasted pecans to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the glaze over them.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the pork chops are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Drizzle any remaining glaze from the skillet over the pork chops and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	800.6 grams (800.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2030

Total Fat 145.00g	186%
Saturated Fat 40.00g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 362mg	121%
Sodium 2607mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 75.90g	28%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 66.90g
Protein 110.50g	221%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114mg	9%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2047mg	44%

*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: 63.6%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 14.8%