Tender Glazed Pork Chops

Elevate your dinner game with these irresistible Tender Glazed Pork Chops—perfectly seared, juicy, and bursting with bold flavor. This easy yet elegant recipe features bone-in pork chops seasoned with paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper, then pan-seared to golden perfection. The star of the dish is the luscious glaze, a harmonious blend of honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic, enriched with melted butter for a silky finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, these tender pork chops are simmered in the glaze to infuse every bite with sweet and savory goodness. Garnished with fresh thyme and served with sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, this dish is a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or dinner party centerpiece. Keywords: tender glazed pork chops, pork chop recipe, honey glaze, easy skillet pork chops.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season them generously on both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, place the pork chops in the skillet in a single layer, leaving space between them.

Step 3

Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove them from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens slightly.

Step 5

Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the glaze generously over the top. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chops cook for 6-8 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 6

Flip the pork chops halfway through cooking to ensure even coating with the glaze.

Step 7

Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the pork chops (if using) and serve hot. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	858.5 grams (858.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1651

Total Fat 108.50g	139%
Saturated Fat 38.40g	192%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 362mg	121%
Sodium 2034mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 58.60g	21%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 52.10g
Protein 112.40g	225%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1709mg	36%

*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: 58.8%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 14.1%