Brown Sugar Glazed Pork
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Brown Sugar Glazed Pork recipe, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors! Juicy pork chops are beautifully seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a rich glaze made with brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of butter for a glossy finish. In just 30 minutes, this easy skillet dish delivers bold, caramelized flavors that pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting guests or looking for a quick family meal, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir well and heat until the mixture begins to simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the butter to the skillet and stir until it melts and the glaze is smooth.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the brown sugar glaze over the top of each chop. Cover the skillet and let the chops cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C). Spoon more glaze over the pork chops occasionally as they cook.
Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 3-5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 866 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 568 mg | 12% | |
*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.
