30-Minute Brown Sugar Pork Chops
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of 30-Minute Brown Sugar Pork Chops. This luscious and effortlessly simple recipe features tender pork chops glazed in a sweet and savory brown sugar sauce that caramelizes to perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights or special family dinners, this dish cooks up quickly while delivering bold taste and delightful textures. Enjoy a comforting meal that’s sure to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless pork chops (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the sauce over the pork chops, and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer (145°F). Serve with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg