Sizzling Smoky Pork Chops with Honey Glaze

Ingredients

- 4 boneless pork chops, approximately 1-inch thick
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Spice Mix
Mix together salt, flour, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper in a shallow dish. This will serve as the seasoned coating for your pork chops.

2. Coat the Pork Chops
Dredge each pork chop in the spice mix, ensuring all sides are evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.

3. Heat the Oils
In a large skillet, combine the avocado oil and vegetable oil. Heat over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. This heat ensures a nice sear on the meat.

4. Pan Fry the Pork Chops
Carefully place the pork chops in the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.

5. Prepare the Honey Glaze
Remove the pork chops and set aside. Pour out any excess oil from the skillet, leaving a tablespoon behind. Add the chicken stock, apple cider vinegar, honey, and brown sugar to the pan. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

6. Reduce the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer. Let it reduce for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens.

7. Finish with Butter and Parsley
Turn off the heat, then stir in butter until melted and the sauce is silky. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh flavor note.

8. Serve
Return the pork chops to the pan, spoon the glaze over, and serve immediately while hot.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Pork chops, Pan fry, Honey glaze, Pork dinner, Easy dinner recipe, Glazed pork, Quick dinner, Gourmet pork, Family dinner, Weeknight meal

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Each serving contains approximately 1860 calories total (for the entire dish).

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