Wake Up Your Tastebud Pork Chops
Get ready to awaken your palate with "Wake Up Your Tastebud Pork Chops," a dish that combines sizzling flavors with a touch of sweetness and tang. These perfectly seasoned bone-in pork chops are rubbed with an aromatic blend of paprika, garlic powder, ground mustard, and a hint of brown sugar for a delectably balanced bite. Pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in a luscious lemon-honey glaze, these chops boast a caramelized crust that’s irresistibly savory. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is your go-to for a quick yet flavor-packed weeknight dinner. Serve these juicy pork chops with mashed potatoes or a side of crisp vegetables, and don’t forget the sprinkle of fresh parsley for that final gourmet flourish. Perfect for lovers of bold, vibrant meals, this recipe will truly wake up your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps create a better sear.
In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and ground mustard. Rub the mixture evenly onto both sides of the pork chops.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the pork chops to the skillet.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they form a golden crust. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in brown sugar, lemon juice, and honey to create a glaze.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the glaze over them. Cover the skillet and let the pork chops cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Turn off the heat and allow the pork chops to rest in the skillet for 3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish the pork chops with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 580 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 392 mg | 8% | |
*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.
