Easy Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 4 boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ cup honey

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• Chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Season chops:
   Pat pork chops dry, then season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Sear:
   Heat olive oil (or butter) in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (145°F / 63°C internal temp). Remove to a plate.

3. Make the sauce:
   In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Glaze:
   Return pork chops to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Let them simmer in the sauce for 1–2 minutes so they’re nicely coated.

5. Serve:
   Garnish with parsley or green onions. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.