Easy Pork Chops with Sweet and Sour Glaze
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
Easy Pork Chops with Sweet and Sour Glaze
Description
Easy Pork Chops with Sweet and Sour Glaze start with seasoning bone-in pork chops with salt and pepper. The chops are seared in unsalted butter over medium-high heat to develop a golden crust, which adds texture and flavor. They are then finished in a 400°F oven until cooked through, aiming for an internal temperature around 140°F to keep the meat juicy.
The sweet and sour glaze is crafted separately by simmering balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. The reduction concentrates flavor and thickens the glaze. This sauce adds tangy sweetness balanced by fragrant herbs and a subtle heat if red pepper flakes are included.
The chops are served immediately with the warm glaze brushed or spooned over them, resulting in a dish with a tender interior, flavorful crust, and contrasting glaze that cuts through the richness. It pairs well with simple sides that can absorb the glaze or complement the pork's savory notes.
Cooking times depend on chop thickness, so monitoring internal temperature is recommended to avoid overcooking. Medium-low heat during searing and finishing in the oven help control doneness and texture.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops bone-in, 3/4-inch to 1-inch thick, 8-ounce
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
For the sweet and sour glaze
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes optional
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add pork chops and sear both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Place into oven and roast until completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 140 degrees F, about 8-10 minutes.*
- To make the sweet and sour glaze, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Serve pork chops immediately with sweet and sour glaze.
Notes
- Cooking time varies based on thickness; use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 140°F for juicy pork chops.
- Sear the pork chops on medium-high heat to develop a golden crust without burning.
- Finish cooking in the oven at 400°F to ensure even doneness throughout the chop.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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