Ooooh, Pork Chops with a Crunchy Honey Garlic Sauce sounds incredible — juicy pork chops topped with a crispy, sweet, garlicky glaze. Here’s a recipe that balances savory, sweet, and crunchy textures perfectly. 🐖🍯🧄
🥩 Pork Chops with Crunchy Honey Garlic Sauce
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp olive oil
For the crunchy honey garlic sauce:
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4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
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1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
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1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prepare the pork chops:
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Pat pork chops dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
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Sear the pork chops:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add pork chops and cook 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 145°F).
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Remove chops from skillet and set aside, tented with foil to keep warm.
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Make the crunchy honey garlic sauce:
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In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.
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Add butter and thinly sliced garlic. Cook gently until garlic turns golden and crispy (about 2-3 minutes). Be careful not to burn it!
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Remove garlic slices with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel to drain (this is your crunchy garlic topping).
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Stir honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits.
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Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Toast the panko breadcrumbs in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and crispy (2-3 minutes).
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Assemble:
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Pour the honey garlic sauce over the pork chops.
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Sprinkle with the crispy garlic slices and toasted panko breadcrumbs.
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Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
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🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve over steamed rice or mashed potatoes.
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Add a side of sautéed greens or roasted veggies.
🔁 Tips
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Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and crunch.
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If you want a thicker sauce, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir it in while simmering.
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For extra crunch, toss the toasted panko with a little grated Parmesan.
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