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An overhead shot of finished brown sugar pork chops on a white plate, garnished with fresh parsley and served with a side of green beans.

Brown Sugar Pork Chops (Easy, Juicy & Ready in 20 Minutes!)

These Brown Sugar Pork Chops are the perfect weeknight dinner! Juicy, tender pork chops are pan-seared and coated in an irresistible sweet and savory glaze. Ready in just 20 minutes with simple pantry ingredients your family will love.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pork chops
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless pork chops, 1-inch thick About 6 oz each
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Season both sides of the pork chops with the mixture.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the packed brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic until combined. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the pork chops in the hot skillet and sear for 3-5 minutes on each side, until a golden-brown crust forms.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the brown sugar glaze over the pork chops. Allow it to simmer and thicken for 2-3 minutes, spooning the glaze over the pork. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are cooked to a perfect 145°F and not a degree more.
Allowing the pork chops to rest before serving is essential for keeping them juicy.