Dusty Candy Pork Chops
Savor the irresistible fusion of sweet and smoky flavors with these Dusty Candy Pork Chops, a quick and easy dinner idea that elevates weeknight meals. Coated in a tantalizing rub of brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, these juicy pork chops are perfectly seared to golden perfection before being glazed with a luxurious blend of honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe offers a delightful balance of caramelized sweetness and savory spice, all finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Perfect for busy nights yet impressive enough for guests, Dusty Candy Pork Chops are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops
- 3 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt.
Rub the spice mix generously over both sides of the pork chops, ensuring even coating.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the honey and apple cider vinegar to create a glaze.
Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the glaze over them. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 2804 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.1 g | ||
| Protein | 101.7 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1640 mg | 35% | |
*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.
