My Kidz Favorite Pork Chops
Tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor, "My Kidz Favorite Pork Chops" is the ultimate family-friendly dinner recipe that will win over even the pickiest eaters! These perfectly seasoned pork chops are seared to golden-brown perfection, then coated in a rich honey-soy glaze that's both savory and slightly sweet. With minimal prep time and a quick 20-minute cook time, this dish seamlessly fits into busy weeknights while delivering restaurant-quality results. A touch of garlic, paprika, and black pepper enhances every bite, while a buttery, deglazed pan sauce ensures mouthwatering tenderness. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete, kid-approved meal. Perfect for a quick dinner idea or a satisfying Sunday supper, these pork chops are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 0.33 cup Chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and soy sauce to create a simple glaze, then set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the pork chops into the pan.
Cook the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chops from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, pour in the chicken broth or water and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and mix in any browned bits.
Add the honey-soy glaze to the pan and stir until it slightly thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the glaze over the top. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, turning once, until the pork chops are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm with your preferred sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1577 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.7 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.5 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 331 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 4661 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 118.2 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1757 mg | 37% | |
*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.
