Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Pork chops glazed in brown sugar sauce, garnished with herbs.

5 from 3 votes

These Brown Sugar Pork Chops may sound fancy, but they are actually so simple to make! You'll definitely want to add these sweet, savory chops to your regular menu rotation.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Brining Time1

Total Time1 30

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: how to cook pork chops, pan fried pork chops, pork chop recipes

Servings:

Calories: 466kcal

Author: Katerina | Easy Weeknight Recipes

Equipment

Ingredients

Brine

3 cups warm water
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sea salt

Pork Chops

4 bone-in thick cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
chopped fresh herbs, for garnish, optional

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the warm water, balsamic vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sea salt. Stir until the salt is dissolved.
Add the pork chops to the brine, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours).
In a small bowl, mix together the flour, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Remove the pork chops from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels. Dredge each chop in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 7 to 8 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through. Pork chops are done when the internal temperature registers at 145°F. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the unsalted butter, water, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Add the pork chops back to the skillet, spoon the sugar sauce over them, and continue to cook over low heat for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the pork chops are glazed and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
Transfer the pork chops to a serving platter and garnish with fresh chopped herbs.
Spoon the sauce on the pork and enjoy.

Notes

Pork Chops: For this recipe, you will need bone-in pork chops that are about one inch thick. Bone-in chops tend to be juicier and more flavorful. Thinner, boneless pork chops cook much faster, so be careful with the cooking time.
Don't Overcook: Use an Instant Read Meat Thermometer to check for doneness. Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145˚F and a resting time of 3 minutes afterward.

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