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Caramelized Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Sizzling pork chops glazed in a sweet and sticky caramelized brown sugar sauce, perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar For sweetness and caramelization
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce For umami flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For seasoning
  • Salt to taste salt To enhance flavor
For the Pork Chops
  • 4 pieces bone-in pork chops Main protein of the dish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the chops

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to make the marinade.
  2. Place the pork chops in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Remove chops from the marinade and reserve the marinade.
  3. Sear the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side until nicely browned.
  4. Pour the reserved marinade over the chops, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to medium.
  5. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Marinate for an hour for deeper flavor. Ensure pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. For a twist, add lime juice or ginger to the marinade.