Juicy, tender pork chops seared and simmered in a rich brown sugar garlic glaze—ready in just 30 minutes, all in one pan.
4 pork chops (1 inch thick, bone-in or boneless)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce or Worcestershire
2 tablespoons chicken broth or water (optional, for deglazing)
Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear pork chops 3–4 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, then add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
Stir in brown sugar and soy sauce. Let bubble for 1–2 minutes.
Optional: Add broth or water to deglaze pan.
Return pork to skillet, spoon glaze over, and simmer on low for 5–7 minutes or until cooked through.
Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving.