Name: Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 ounces pork chops; 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning blend; 3 tablespoons butter; 6 clove garlic; 0.5 cup ketchup; 3 tablespoons honey; 0.25 cup chicken broth; 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning; 0.125 tsp red pepper flakes

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Honey Garlic Pork Chops

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Season pork chops liberally with all-purpose seasoning blend.

Add 2 tablespoons butter to a large oven-proof skillet and melt over medium high heat.

Add chops and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side; remove from skillet and set aside.

Add remaining tablespoon butter to the skillet and melt.

Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat.

Stir in ketchup, honey, chicken broth, Italian Seasoning and crushed red pepper until combined; Bring to a simmer.

Return pork to the skillet.

Place skillet into oven and roast until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, about 10 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bloom Your Garlic First 🧄
Mince fresh garlic and let it sit for 10 minutes before cooking to activate its enzymes and intensify flavor, then add it to the pan just before the sauce to prevent burning.
Balance Your Sweet and Savory 🍯
Taste the sauce before finishing and adjust the honey-to-ketchup ratio based on your preference—add a splash of apple cider vinegar if it's too sweet to create depth.
Dry Brine for Moisture Retention 💧
Pat your pork chops completely dry and season with the all-purpose blend 15-20 minutes before cooking to develop a flavorful crust while keeping the interior juicy.
Sear in Butter, Not Oil 🧈
Use butter instead of oil for the initial sear to create a golden-brown crust that adds richness to the final sauce and complements the honey-garlic flavors.
Use Bone-In for Maximum Flavor 🦴
Choose bone-in pork chops over boneless, as they conduct heat more evenly and release collagen into the sauce, creating a naturally richer, more velvety glaze.